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FP56 BMU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,890 mi
Last recorded75,890 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 BMU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 75,890 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 16 May 2025 74,802 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 72,313 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 72,313 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2023 71,411 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 70,667 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 69,726 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 69,128 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 68,583 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 67,850 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 63,985 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 63,985 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 60,691 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 57,190 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 53,402 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 51,302 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 51,212 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 41,762 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 30,785 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 21,206 miles

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

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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FP56 BMU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FP56 BMU, 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 FP56 BMU registered?

FP56 BMU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is FP56 BMU safe to buy?

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