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FB06 OUF

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

147,606 mi
Last recorded147,606 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB06 OUF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 147,606 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 147,431 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 147,184 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 145,118 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

the metal box sections both sides rear, suspension mounting points showing corrosion.

the rear suspension arms and stabiliser rods showing corrosion.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 144,785 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

the rear suspension arms and stabilisers and rods corroded.

Fail 5 Jul 2019 144,785 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

the rear suspension arms and stabilisers and rods corroded.

Pass 9 Feb 2018 142,763 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 142,763 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 133,942 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 114,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 114,730 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 93,214 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 93,214 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 71,558 miles

Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 57,601 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 57,601 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 51,172 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 43,365 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 35,459 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 31,170 miles

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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FB06 OUF is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FB06 OUF, 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.

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FB06 OUF is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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