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YA06 VWH

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,354 mi
Last recorded71,354 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 VWH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 71,354 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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion to all shock absorbers

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 71,351 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion to all shock absorbers

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 66,900 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 65,735 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 65,610 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 64,747 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 63,820 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 62,514 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 61,039 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 60,177 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 58,968 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 55,295 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 50,545 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 48,661 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,519 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 40,167 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 30,104 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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YA06 VWH is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YA06 VWH, 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 YA06 VWH registered?

YA06 VWH is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is YA06 VWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA06 VWH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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