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SH56 EVT

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,185 mi
Last recorded40,185 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 EVT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 40,185 miles

Brake bind at nearside rear and offside rear

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 35,416 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 30,984 miles

O/s/f tyre cut to sidewall.

n/s/r brake disc pitted slightly.

n/s/r tyre cut to sidewall.

o/s/r brake disc pitted and binding on slightly.

Fail 25 Oct 2011 30,984 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

O/s/f tyre cut to sidewall.

n/s/r brake disc pitted slightly.

n/s/r tyre cut to sidewall.

o/s/r brake disc pitted and binding on slightly.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 25,537 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 15,344 miles

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

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)

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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SH56 EVT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SH56 EVT, 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 SH56 EVT registered?

SH56 EVT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is SH56 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 EVT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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