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VK56 MLL

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

108,190 mi
Last recorded108,190 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 MLL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 108,190 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 104,268 miles

All Under Corroded.

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 100,797 miles

all under corroded.

Pass 2 Feb 2023 98,489 miles

all under corroded

Fail 2 Feb 2023 98,489 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

all under corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2022 97,159 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 95,902 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 94,400 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 92,234 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 91,654 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 90,901 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 83,457 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 83,457 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 73,821 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 68,050 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 27 Jan 2014 68,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2013 63,296 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 55,646 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 55,646 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 2 Dec 2011 55,627 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 May 2011 51,869 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 51,869 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 45,018 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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VK56 MLL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 VK56 MLL, 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 MLL registered?

VK56 MLL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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