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FY56 ECZ

2006 Mazda 5

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,681 mi
Last recorded114,681 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Mazda 575,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 ECZ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 114,681 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 107,354 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 99,253 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 99,249 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 87,282 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 87,277 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 75,079 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 13 Oct 2014 75,079 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 64,608 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 52,995 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 41,031 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 41,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,763 miles

front brake pads wearing thin (3mm approx.)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 33,763 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake pads wearing thin (3mm approx.)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 16,736 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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FY56 ECZ is a 2006 Mazda 5 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 75,810 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY56 ECZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY56 ECZ registered?

FY56 ECZ is a 2006 Mazda 5, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is FY56 ECZ safe to buy?

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