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185 FBD

2020 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,387 mi
Last recorded28,387 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2020 Mazda 326,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

Registration185 FBD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 28,387 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 24,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 20,799 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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185 FBD is a 2020 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 26,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 185 FBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 6 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 185 FBD registered?

185 FBD is a 2020 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 September 2020.

Is 185 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 185 FBD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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