2006 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · GL55 VFD
2006 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 105,739 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,739 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL55 VFD Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
- 105,739 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL55 VFD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mazda Mx-5 (GL55 VFD) between April 2009 and November 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 05 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”; “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”.
GL55 VFD Mileage History
- 09/04/200915,468 mi
- 09/04/200915,468 mi
- 02/07/201019,999 mi+4,531 mi
- 02/07/201019,999 mi
- 30/06/201123,752 mi+3,753 mi
- 11/06/201227,663 mi+3,911 mi
- 12/07/201332,761 mi+5,098 mi
- 26/07/201438,425 mi+5,664 mi
- 01/08/201552,190 mi+13,765 mi
- 10/05/201654,645 mi+2,455 mi
- 29/04/201756,072 mi+1,427 mi
- 02/05/201860,042 mi+3,970 mi
- 08/05/201965,856 mi+5,814 mi
- 03/11/202073,637 mi+7,781 mi
- 05/11/202178,067 mi+4,430 mi
- 15/11/202286,308 mi+8,241 mi
- 24/10/202392,154 mi+5,846 mi
- 04/11/202497,075 mi+4,921 mi
- 04/11/202497,075 mi
- 05/11/2025105,739 mi+8,664 mi
Average of roughly 5,446 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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