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GL56 FOU

2006 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,972 mi
Last recorded128,972 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda 575,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 FOU
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 128,972 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 119,112 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 110,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close very bad inner edge 205/50/17/y (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very bad inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bad inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 102,745 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

parking brake lazy18%

Pass 4 Dec 2015 95,612 miles

parking brake minimum requirement,n/s lazy

tyres seem underinflated

Pass 13 Nov 2014 88,395 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil on minimum

Pass 30 Nov 2013 81,086 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Nov 2013 81,086 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 71,693 miles

Centre rear seatbelt ot found or tested.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight tears both front wiper blades, just meet requirements at time of test.

N/S rear tyre wearing very badly on inner edge, chords could be exposed soon.

O/S rear tyre cracking and ageing, borderline pass, recomend replacement soon.

Pass 26 Nov 2011 6,174 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 52,165 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 41,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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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GL56 FOU is a 2006 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL56 FOU, 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.

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What year was GL56 FOU registered?

GL56 FOU is a 2006 Mazda 5, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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