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FH55 LWU

2006 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

113,964 mi
Last recorded113,964 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 575,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 LWU
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 113,964 miles

windscreen damaged but effecting drivers view of the road

Fail 8 Apr 2016 130,957 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release middle row (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

windscreen damaged but effecting drivers view of the road

Pass 7 Apr 2015 124,523 miles

Oil leak

Rear inner sills have surface rust

Fail 2 Apr 2015 124,523 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear inner sills have surface rust

Pass 25 Mar 2014 112,121 miles

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)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 100,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 100,596 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 93,652 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 93,652 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 82,233 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 82,233 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 74,916 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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

the rearmost seats in the folded position at the time of the test

Pass 15 Jan 2009 53,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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FH55 LWU is a 2006 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 75,810 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 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH55 LWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH55 LWU registered?

FH55 LWU is a 2006 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is FH55 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 LWU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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