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VK56 TXT

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,526 mi
Last recorded52,526 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 TXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2026 52,526 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle generally corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2025 50,754 miles

All four tyres cracked/perished.

Both o/s/r and n/s/r tie bar ball joint boots perished.

Front and rear brake discs corroded.

Front brake pads have 3000 miles remaining approximately.

Underside of vehicle generally corroded.

Pass 31 Jul 2024 49,016 miles

All four tyres beginning to crack/perish slightly.

Front and rear brake discs becoming corroded.

Pass 4 Aug 2023 47,365 miles

front brake pads getting low/required in approx 4000 miles

Pass 5 Aug 2022 45,540 miles

Rear brake discs corroded.

Rear brake pads have 2000-3000 miles remaining approximately.

Pass 9 Aug 2021 43,899 miles

rear brake discs becoming corroded

rear brake pads getting low/required in approx 3000 miles

Pass 24 Jul 2020 41,739 miles

Front brake pads have 3000-4000 miles remaining approximately.

Rear brake pads have 3000-4000 miles remaining approximately.

Rear discs corroded.

Pass 29 Jul 2019 39,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front tyres slightly perished

both headlights in poor condition

Pass 8 Aug 2018 36,842 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 32,523 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 29,837 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wiper blade split slightly

Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,857 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 23,160 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 18,830 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 14,762 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 12,635 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,979 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 8,067 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 TXT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TXT, 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 TXT registered?

VK56 TXT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is VK56 TXT safe to buy?

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