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FP06 HSU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,839 mi
Last recorded70,839 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 HSU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 70,839 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Jan 2025 69,623 miles

Front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 68,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Pass 25 Jan 2023 67,596 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 67,596 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))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 66,116 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 64,775 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 64,075 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 55,553 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 55,079 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 52,599 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 46,211 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 42,146 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 32,577 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 22,696 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 20,952 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 20,942 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 16,728 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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FP06 HSU 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 88.9%.

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 FP06 HSU, 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 FP06 HSU registered?

FP06 HSU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is FP06 HSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 HSU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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