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MF06 XEV

2006 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

153,657 mi
Last recorded153,657 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 XEV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 153,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 153,640 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 148,685 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 148,682 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 142,569 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 142,569 miles

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe burst leaking fluid (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 136,206 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in clips corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 129,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 124,754 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 118,050 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 108,423 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 100,909 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 93,524 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 93,524 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working both lamps (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 84,461 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 78,211 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 64,393 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 48,885 miles

n/s/r tyre cut

Pass 21 Sep 2011 35,417 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 32,769 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 29,144 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 24,483 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 24,483 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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MF06 XEV is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MF06 XEV, 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 MF06 XEV registered?

MF06 XEV is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 March 2006.

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