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FE06 VDX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,463 mi
Last recorded30,463 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 VDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 30,463 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 29,460 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 29,460 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 27,445 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have minor cracks / cuts / damage. MRF 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all brake discs have minor pitting / corrosion

light / surface corrosion to some underbody components

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

wiper blades slightly smeering

Pass 9 May 2022 25,616 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 25,615 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside front wheel tight to rotate by hand

Slight Inbalence on front brakes

Pass 20 Nov 2020 22,922 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 20,130 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,407 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 17,266 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 15,466 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,313 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 12,522 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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FE06 VDX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FE06 VDX, 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 FE06 VDX registered?

FE06 VDX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is FE06 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE06 VDX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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