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YE56 NWJ

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

95,916 mi
Last recorded95,916 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 NWJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 95,916 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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 6 May 2025 93,907 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides -- Slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device/rubber/seal -- Cracking

Pass 13 May 2024 92,954 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 92,046 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 92,009 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 92,009 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 91,552 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 90,311 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 89,800 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 80,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 80,789 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 66,869 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 52,407 miles

surface corrosion on rear subframe & suspension components.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 45,796 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 45,516 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 38,697 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 31,630 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 23,482 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 15,473 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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YE56 NWJ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YE56 NWJ, 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 YE56 NWJ registered?

YE56 NWJ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is YE56 NWJ safe to buy?

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