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WU55 EVV

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,248 mi
Last recorded61,248 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 EVV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 61,248 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 60,848 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 60,639 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 60,388 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 60,296 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 60,291 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills both n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 59,759 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 59,262 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 58,908 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 53,404 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 49,079 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 44,780 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 41,222 miles

n/s wiper blade split but clearing screen efficiently

Pass 2 Oct 2013 36,054 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 35,920 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 30,773 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 24,646 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 21,911 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 15,222 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 15,222 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WU55 EVV 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 90%.

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 WU55 EVV, 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 WU55 EVV registered?

WU55 EVV is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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