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AL54 PAM

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,425 mi
Last recorded85,425 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL54 PAM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 85,425 miles

Several suspension components corroded and sub-frames

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 85,425 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Several suspension components corroded and sub-frames

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 79,209 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 79,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 77,377 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 77,366 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 72,761 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 66,938 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 59,938 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 53,145 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 53,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 45,825 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 45,825 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 37,767 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 30,362 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,179 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,104 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 20,282 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,726 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,228 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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AL54 PAM is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AL54 PAM, 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 AL54 PAM registered?

AL54 PAM is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is AL54 PAM safe to buy?

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