2006 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · SL56 RYK
2006 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 40,606 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,606 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL56 RYK Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 40,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL56 RYK 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 (SL56 RYK) between September 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”.
SL56 RYK Mileage History
- 22/09/20099,924 mi
- 22/09/20099,924 mi
- 01/06/201011,389 mi+1,465 mi
- 31/05/201120,660 mi+9,271 mi
- 28/08/201223,671 mi+3,011 mi
- 14/08/201324,145 mi+474 mi
- 06/08/201425,370 mi+1,225 mi
- 07/08/201526,990 mi+1,620 mi
- 22/08/201627,859 mi+869 mi
- 15/08/201728,553 mi+694 mi
- 06/08/201829,763 mi+1,210 mi
- 19/08/201930,148 mi+385 mi
- 12/08/202031,010 mi+862 mi
- 28/07/202131,027 mi+17 mi
- 05/05/202231,219 mi+192 mi
- 19/04/202332,488 mi+1,269 mi
- 07/05/202434,390 mi+1,902 mi
- 31/05/202534,947 mi+557 mi
- 13/05/202640,605 mi+5,658 mi
- 15/05/202640,606 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,844 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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