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FM06 FBY

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,307 mi
Last recorded47,307 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 FBY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 47,307 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 45,661 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 41,451 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 41,418 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 41,291 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 40,667 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 38,084 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 36,664 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 31,611 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 31,605 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

split in n/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,623 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 21,093 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,482 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 11,312 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 8,599 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 6,474 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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FM06 FBY is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FBY, 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 FM06 FBY registered?

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

Is FM06 FBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 FBY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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