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VN06 ZHG

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,232 mi
Last recorded117,232 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 ZHG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 117,232 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 107,739 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 91,476 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 83,134 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 66,162 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 51,238 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 37,087 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2012 25,929 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,077 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear tyres 1.6mm

tyre nearside front 1.6mm edge

tyre offside front 1mm edge

Fail 1 Jun 2011 23,077 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear tyres 1.6mm

tyre nearside front 1.6mm edge

tyre offside front 1mm edge

Pass 4 Jun 2010 19,842 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 15,239 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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VN06 ZHG is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VN06 ZHG, 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 VN06 ZHG registered?

VN06 ZHG is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 2006.

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