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YC56 TXT

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,911 mi
Last recorded73,911 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 TXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 73,911 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2024 73,413 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 72,704 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 71,980 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 70,805 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 70,500 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 70,175 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,279 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,304 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,530 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 61,167 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 61,166 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,763 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 43,802 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 35,552 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,598 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 20,500 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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YC56 TXT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 YC56 TXT, 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

How do I check the history of YC56 TXT?

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What year was YC56 TXT registered?

YC56 TXT is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is YC56 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 TXT 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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