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YC56 VCN

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,343 mi
Last recorded123,343 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 VCN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 123,343 miles

Drivers seat belt slow on return

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 123,243 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 123,113 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 129,977 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 122,594 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 122,287 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 122,287 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 114,062 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 104,588 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 89,484 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 75,060 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 75,060 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2014 60,911 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2013 58,604 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 50,713 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 30,131 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,499 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 15,301 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 VCN is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VCN, 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 YC56 VCN registered?

YC56 VCN is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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The MOT history for YC56 VCN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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