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EX56 LZB

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,448 mi
Last recorded31,448 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 LZB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 31,448 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 29,210 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 27,870 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 26,104 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 24,558 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 23,905 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 23,462 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 22,566 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 21,489 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 21,489 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 20,812 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 20,437 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 19,293 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 17,379 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 15,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

right hand front static half of flexible brake hose is twisted (not dangerous)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 14,831 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 14,831 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,409 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 10,183 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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EX56 LZB is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 54,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX56 LZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX56 LZB registered?

EX56 LZB is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is EX56 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 LZB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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