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VK56 MLJ

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,734 mi
Last recorded30,734 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 MLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 30,734 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 30,394 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 29,939 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 29,561 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 29,202 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 28,845 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 28,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 28,258 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 27,896 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,686 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,008 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 24,559 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 23,274 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 23,274 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 22,051 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 19,875 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 17,535 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 13,138 miles

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

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

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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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VK56 MLJ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VK56 MLJ, 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 VK56 MLJ registered?

VK56 MLJ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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