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FM06 FBX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

113,469 mi
Last recorded113,469 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 FBX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 113,469 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 112,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 111,791 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 111,446 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 110,003 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2022 109,900 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 109,016 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 108,199 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 105,684 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 100,381 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 92,783 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 84,700 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 80,482 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 71,002 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 71,001 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 60,182 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jun 2012 49,886 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 49,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,567 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,952 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 31,952 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,936 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 23,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FM06 FBX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FM06 FBX, 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

How do I check the history of FM06 FBX?

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What year was FM06 FBX registered?

FM06 FBX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is FM06 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 FBX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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