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ST56 OUW

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,262 mi
Last recorded30,262 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 OUW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 30,262 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 29,577 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 29,573 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged BOTH; Excessively deteriorated (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 29,169 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged BOTH; Deteriorating (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 28,752 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 28,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords/Ply exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged BOTH; Deteriorating (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 28,001 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 27,585 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 26,840 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 26,547 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 25,382 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 23,244 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 21,196 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 18,958 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 16,459 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 13,936 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 13,936 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 11,163 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 8,580 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 5,604 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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ST56 OUW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST56 OUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST56 OUW registered?

ST56 OUW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 December 2006.

Is ST56 OUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 OUW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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