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AO56 BWZ

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,868 mi
Last recorded55,868 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 BWZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 55,868 miles

underfloor areas /suspension components and brake pipe/hoses under sealed

Pass 11 Jun 2025 55,183 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 54,278 miles

underfloor areas /suspension components under sealed

Pass 27 Jun 2023 53,841 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underbody has been treated will rust prevention wax

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 53,202 miles

underfloor areas /suspension components under sealed

Pass 11 Jun 2021 52,348 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 51,380 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 50,542 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 49,675 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 48,551 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 47,441 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 43,123 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 37,958 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 32,417 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 26,807 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 21,920 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 174,996 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,887 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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AO56 BWZ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO56 BWZ, 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 AO56 BWZ registered?

AO56 BWZ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is AO56 BWZ safe to buy?

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