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SL56 MOU

2006 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,310 mi
Last recorded144,310 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 MOU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 144,310 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 144,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2018 136,494 miles

Both rear lamp units damaged

Offside Front top shocker mount noisey

Fail 26 Oct 2018 136,489 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Both rear lamp units damaged

Offside Front top shocker mount noisey

Pass 25 Oct 2017 127,891 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 127,891 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 109,018 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 3 Sep 2016 109,018 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 94,397 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 89,031 miles

back box blowing

osr tyre wearing from inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2013 80,941 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 80,936 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 68,666 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 48,417 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 39,240 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 39,240 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 31,351 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

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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SL56 MOU is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL56 MOU, 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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SL56 MOU is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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