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YR56 AYC

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,753 mi
Last recorded85,753 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 AYC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 85,753 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 83,136 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2020 83,136 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 29 May 2019 73,957 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 73,957 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers not clearing screen. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 70,020 miles

Front brake discs rusty & pitted on inner faces

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Pass 3 May 2017 60,437 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,540 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 32,561 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 23,703 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,828 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 15,800 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 12,976 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 12,976 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,363 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 8,755 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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YR56 AYC is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YR56 AYC, 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 YR56 AYC registered?

YR56 AYC is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 October 2006.

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