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VE06 UMM

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

96,582 mi
Last recorded96,582 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 UMM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 96,582 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 93,141 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 93,141 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 91,496 miles

Vehicle underbody covered in under seal

Pass 16 Apr 2019 90,080 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 85,882 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 85,882 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 79,795 miles

offside rear brake (slight bind

Pass 5 Jul 2016 73,810 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 73,810 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre underinflated

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 67,528 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 67,528 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 61,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 54,731 miles

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

both front tyres are wearing more on the outer edge

Pass 3 Jul 2012 46,598 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 37,643 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 28,134 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 20,936 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 20,936 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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VE06 UMM is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VE06 UMM, 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 VE06 UMM registered?

VE06 UMM is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 July 2006.

Is VE06 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 UMM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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