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SM56 KVV

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,938 mi
Last recorded44,938 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 KVV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 44,938 miles

corrosion on rear brace bars

Pass 26 Nov 2014 40,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 34,315 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 31,270 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 31,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 28,337 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 28,337 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 25,453 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 23,860 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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SM56 KVV is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 SM56 KVV, 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.

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How do I check the history of SM56 KVV?

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What year was SM56 KVV registered?

SM56 KVV is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is SM56 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 KVV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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