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VN56 BWX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,131 mi
Last recorded53,131 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 BWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 53,131 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 49,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 46,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 43,196 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 42,261 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 41,164 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 39,678 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,853 miles

offside wiper split

Fail 23 Apr 2018 37,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside wiper split

Pass 22 Apr 2017 36,653 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 36,653 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 34,175 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 29,672 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 25,427 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 24,187 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,900 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,053 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)

Pass 4 May 2010 18,139 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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VN56 BWX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc 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 VN56 BWX, 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.

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What year was VN56 BWX registered?

VN56 BWX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is VN56 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 BWX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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