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SH56 XHO

2006 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,144 mi
Last recorded57,144 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 XHO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 57,144 miles

Central Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 54,204 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 51,522 miles

Nearside Front battery tray support bracket corroded but battery still secure

Pass 17 Jun 2022 48,397 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 46,352 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 44,777 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 43,178 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 41,106 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 41,105 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 38,460 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2016 36,172 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 32,492 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 27,696 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 22,578 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 16,685 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 16,685 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 9,878 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 5,288 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 3,841 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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SH56 XHO is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SH56 XHO, 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 SH56 XHO registered?

SH56 XHO is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is SH56 XHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 XHO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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