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FL56 KAO

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,094 mi
Last recorded36,094 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 KAO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 36,094 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 34,905 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 33,128 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 32,934 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 32,595 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 31,919 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 31,581 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 31,154 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 30,589 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 29,977 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 29,164 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 27,787 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 25,394 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 25,370 miles

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

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

offside front tyre beginning to crack on the inner side wall. A new tyre is advised.

Pass 25 Aug 2012 23,901 miles

nearside rear tyre beginning to split on the inside sidewall. A new tyre is advised.

Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,969 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 17,093 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,863 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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FL56 KAO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FL56 KAO, 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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What year was FL56 KAO registered?

FL56 KAO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is FL56 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 KAO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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