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LV56 SBY

2006 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,788 mi
Last recorded47,788 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 SBY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 47,788 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 40,039 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 38,922 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 38,908 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 38,206 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 37,344 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 36,353 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 35,716 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2019 35,716 miles

Front Registration plate insecure plate broken (0.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 34,171 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 32,879 miles

engine oil leak

front no plate damage

Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,434 miles

o/s/f tyre inner wall cracking

Pass 20 Feb 2016 31,070 miles

gear box oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2015 29,625 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 27,554 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall, but not deep enough to expose cords or ply

nearside rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall, but not deep enough to expose cords or ply

Pass 31 Jan 2013 24,739 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,063 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 17,304 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 17,304 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 12,357 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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LV56 SBY is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV56 SBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV56 SBY registered?

LV56 SBY is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is LV56 SBY safe to buy?

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