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SB56 CXU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,919 mi
Last recorded65,919 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 CXU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2020 65,919 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive smoke at idle. (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 56,600 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under rust

Fail 4 Jul 2019 56,500 miles

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

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under rust

Pass 9 Mar 2016 55,405 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 50,516 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside rear tyres - inner sidewall starting to split

Pass 17 Dec 2013 45,600 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 39,327 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 33,999 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 30,543 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 27,106 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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SB56 CXU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 54,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB56 CXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB56 CXU registered?

SB56 CXU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is SB56 CXU safe to buy?

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