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WK56 UNU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,097 mi
Last recorded54,097 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 UNU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 54,097 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 54,097 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 52,770 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 51,677 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 51,677 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 49,784 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 48,700 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 48,314 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 48,314 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 47,823 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 47,423 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 46,677 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 46,127 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,948 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 43,700 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 42,691 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 42,691 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 39,688 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 32,116 miles

front brake discs pitted

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,459 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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WK56 UNU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WK56 UNU, 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 WK56 UNU registered?

WK56 UNU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is WK56 UNU safe to buy?

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