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X6 TYP

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,540 mi
Last recorded29,540 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX6 TYP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 29,540 miles

Front hub components are corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2025 29,339 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 29,273 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 28,984 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 28,842 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 28,618 miles

General corrosion to rear under section

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material + flexi hose ferrules corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material + flexi hose ferrules corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 28,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 27,374 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 27,374 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 25,883 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 24,820 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 24,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 23,562 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 22,311 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 21,004 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 19,727 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 17,668 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 14,963 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2011 12,805 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 10,760 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,523 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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X6 TYP is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X6 TYP, 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 X6 TYP registered?

X6 TYP is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is X6 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X6 TYP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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