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VFZ 8189

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,855 mi
Last recorded87,855 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 8189
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 87,855 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 86,027 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 84,435 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 84,413 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 81,824 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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VFZ 8189 is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VFZ 8189, 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 VFZ 8189 registered?

VFZ 8189 is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is VFZ 8189 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 8189 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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