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HW06 MBU

2006 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

80,172 mi
Last recorded80,172 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW06 MBU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 80,172 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 75,567 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake slight drag slightly slower application [ may need attention soon ] brakes noisy on brake roller test

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

centre silencer wrap around bracket corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2024 75,567 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front brake slight drag slightly slower application [ may need attention soon ] brakes noisy on brake roller test

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

centre silencer wrap around bracket corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2023 71,614 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 71,483 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 67,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 67,491 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 62,694 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 59,878 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 58,227 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 56,483 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 54,477 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 51,987 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 49,439 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 46,815 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 43,470 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 39,925 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 36,117 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 36,117 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 31,894 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 24,698 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda B Series?

Based on 136,422 MOT tests across 9,870 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
5,432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,638
fog lamp not working 5,286
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,589
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,901
Registration plate lamp not working 2,281
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HW06 MBU is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,024 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda B Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW06 MBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda B Series typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW06 MBU registered?

HW06 MBU is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is HW06 MBU safe to buy?

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