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VF55 VDO

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,447 mi
Last recorded93,447 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 VDO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 93,447 miles

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 May 2022 92,955 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills / inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 92,271 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills / inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front anti roll bar drop link dust covers perishing

Pass 4 May 2019 91,407 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 91,082 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 89,544 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 89,544 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 88,667 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 87,016 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 86,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 85,107 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 85,107 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 83,428 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 78,001 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 78,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 66,844 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 54,322 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 41,112 miles

front pads getting low

rear pads getting low

wiper blades torn

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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VF55 VDO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VF55 VDO, 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 VF55 VDO registered?

VF55 VDO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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