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EX56 RXU

2006 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,846 mi
Last recorded29,846 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 RXU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 29,846 miles

Coolant leak

Front brake discs worn/starting to lip

N/S/R Tyre severly perished/splitting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 29,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Coolant leak

Front brake discs worn/starting to lip

N/S/R Tyre severly perished/splitting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 24,987 miles

Coolant leak from around by expansion tank

Coolant level low

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 30 May 2013 24,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 30 Apr 2012 18,155 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 18,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,376 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 8,774 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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EX56 RXU is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,328 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX56 RXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX56 RXU registered?

EX56 RXU is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is EX56 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 RXU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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