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YK56 XBO

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

123,656 mi
Last recorded123,656 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 XBO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2026 123,656 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside wall 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 118,986 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 8 Jul 2025 118,986 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 18 Jun 2024 117,276 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 116,296 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 116,296 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38 % imbalance across front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes have wear x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces very poor condition Corroded and reduced braking suraces due to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 115,223 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside door mirror missing.

Pass 9 Mar 2021 109,278 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 106,054 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 99,383 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 99,383 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 90,388 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre in shoulder

Pass 24 Mar 2017 80,754 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn very heavily on inner edge almost down to the cords strongly advise replacement

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2016 69,981 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 29 May 2015 63,294 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 54,987 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 44,601 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2012 39,009 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 38,360 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 31,668 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 24,196 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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YK56 XBO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YK56 XBO, 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 YK56 XBO registered?

YK56 XBO is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 September 2006.

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