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SL56 VTJ

2006 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,327 mi
Last recorded55,327 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 VTJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 55,327 miles

coolant level low

n/s/f tyre worn

Fail 16 Dec 2024 55,322 miles

Fuel pipe damaged corroded and broken (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

coolant level low

n/s/f tyre worn

Pass 6 Nov 2023 50,019 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 47,188 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 45,885 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 43,960 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 42,114 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 39,763 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 36,834 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 34,147 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,251 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 28,174 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 25,776 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 20,877 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 20,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 13,347 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 10,095 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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SL56 VTJ is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SL56 VTJ, 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 SL56 VTJ registered?

SL56 VTJ is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is SL56 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 VTJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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