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X4 LCS

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

98,347 mi
Last recorded98,347 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX4 LCS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 98,347 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 97,362 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 94,843 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 94,843 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 92,955 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 92,147 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 90,785 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 90,383 miles

Offside Rear tyre getting close to 2mm

Pass 12 Nov 2018 87,576 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 85,932 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 83,976 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 79,980 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 75,231 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 69,310 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 20 Apr 2013 69,310 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 20 Apr 2012 60,804 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 49,869 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 49,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 42,929 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 7 Apr 2009 31,723 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 31,723 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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X4 LCS is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X4 LCS, 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 X4 LCS registered?

X4 LCS is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is X4 LCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X4 LCS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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