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VN56 XUU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,524 mi
Last recorded52,524 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 XUU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 52,524 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 50,896 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 50,199 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 49,119 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 x Nails ()

Pass 26 Aug 2021 47,587 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 45,037 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 42,519 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 40,572 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 39,606 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 38,256 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 34,717 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 32,100 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 29,179 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 25,193 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 20,509 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 16,166 miles

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

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

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

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

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 XUU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VN56 XUU, 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 VN56 XUU registered?

VN56 XUU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is VN56 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 XUU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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