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YS55 WDX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,782 mi
Last recorded8,782 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 WDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 8,782 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 8,562 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 8,406 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 8,325 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 8,308 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 8,308 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 8,238 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 7,902 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 7,848 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 6,626 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 6,195 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 6,169 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 6,064 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 5,773 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 5,039 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 4,393 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 4,068 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 4,068 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2009 3,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 3,377 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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YS55 WDX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YS55 WDX, 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 YS55 WDX registered?

YS55 WDX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is YS55 WDX safe to buy?

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