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SO06 VKE

2006 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,032 mi
Last recorded136,032 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO06 VKE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2024 136,032 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Bay Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Bay Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler Neck ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O-S-R Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 123,557 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2023 123,557 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 111,587 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 99,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 88,957 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 88,740 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 80,872 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 72,478 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 72,445 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 64,994 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 57,484 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 57,356 miles

front brake application uneven 46% limit 25% (3.7.B.2)

Rear exhaust mounting braket broken

Pass 3 Dec 2015 40,038 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 40,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 34,364 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 24,463 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 23,112 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,417 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyres slight cracking

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 17,195 miles

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

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

both rear tyre's have cracking on sidewall where they meet tread

Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,880 miles

nearside 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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SO06 VKE is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SO06 VKE, 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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SO06 VKE is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 July 2006.

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