2006 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · CJ04 BOW
2006 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 44,984 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,984 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CJ04 BOW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
- 44,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CJ04 BOW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mazda Mx-5 (CJ04 BOW) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut exposing cords (205/50r16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb or lens hazy (4.1.2 (c))”.
CJ04 BOW Mileage History
- 09/08/202343,621 mi
- 01/08/202444,179 mi+558 mi
- 01/08/202444,179 mi
- 14/08/202544,752 mi+573 mi
- 06/08/202644,984 mi+232 mi
Average of roughly 456 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NC)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear Sill and Arch CorrosionSerious
Road salt and trapped moisture cause the metal to rot from the inside out.
- Ignition Coil and Spark Plug MisfireModerate
The NC MX-5 is prone to misfires caused by deterioration of the thin wiring to the ignition coils, which leads to coil failure. Symptoms include rough idle, hesitation under acceleration and the engine management light. The fix is typically new coils and plugs.
- Soft-Top Window Hazing and Water IngressModerate
The plastic rear window on the soft-top can haze or craze with age, reducing rear visibility. More seriously, the roof seals and rain rails can fail, letting water into the cabin and accelerating sill corrosion from the inside.
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