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B5 REN

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,788 mi
Last recorded29,788 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 REN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 29,788 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 29,677 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 29,603 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 29,494 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General build up of corrosion on underside of vehicle

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 29,406 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 29,089 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 29,089 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Oct 2019 28,630 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 27,941 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 26,927 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 25,985 miles

off/side/rear/ tyre run flat damage

Pass 24 Oct 2015 24,684 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 24,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 22,853 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 20,621 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 18,753 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 18,753 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,168 miles

offside wiper blade slightly deteriated

Pass 28 Oct 2010 13,426 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 10,611 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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B5 REN is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc 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 B5 REN, 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 B5 REN registered?

B5 REN is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is B5 REN safe to buy?

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