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ML06 BWN

2006 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

148,508 mi
Last recorded148,508 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML06 BWN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 148,508 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 148,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 137,723 miles

BOTH headlights have poor pattern

Engine coolant level low- topped up. Leak from radiator

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn VEWRY close to limit- change urgently (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn low and to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 137,723 miles

BOTH headlights have poor pattern

Engine coolant level low- topped up. Leak from radiator

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn VEWRY close to limit- change urgently (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn low and to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 125,418 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 125,418 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 119,341 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 116,691 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 116,687 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 111,662 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 109,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshield

Pass 1 Mar 2019 104,754 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 96,352 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 87,707 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 76,286 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 64,977 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 64,902 miles

Offside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 59,940 miles

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)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 52,417 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 43,856 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 36,561 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 27,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 18,623 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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ML06 BWN is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,400cc 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 ML06 BWN, 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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ML06 BWN is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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