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LV56 YBY

2006 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,472 mi
Last recorded78,472 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 YBY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 78,472 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 78,281 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split on drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 69,211 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cut on outer sidewall / marked

Pass 9 May 2015 58,319 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 58,319 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 51,494 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Sep 2013 51,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 47,510 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 42,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 38,389 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 38,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 30,980 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 YBY is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LV56 YBY, 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 YBY registered?

LV56 YBY is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is LV56 YBY safe to buy?

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