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FY06 GSV

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,750 mi
Last recorded68,750 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 GSV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 68,750 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 66,949 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 66,286 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 66,111 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 60,669 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2020 60,668 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 55,102 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 51,266 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 46,941 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 46,940 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 42,794 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 42,794 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 37,303 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 35,032 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 32,539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 28,383 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 28,383 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,165 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 20,017 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 16,784 miles

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

Offside 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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FY06 GSV is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY06 GSV, 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 FY06 GSV registered?

FY06 GSV is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is FY06 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 GSV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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