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LA06 ARF

2006 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,404 mi
Last recorded77,404 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 ARF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 77,404 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 77,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 72,499 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 72,498 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 67,486 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 67,486 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 64,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 64,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 59,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 53,599 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 50,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 48,008 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 46,265 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 43,854 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 42,047 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,140 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 35,616 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 32,083 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 32,083 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 29,192 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 29,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 27,002 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,412 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 19,452 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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LA06 ARF is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,328 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 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA06 ARF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA06 ARF registered?

LA06 ARF is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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