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A18 YHW

2005 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,394 mi
Last recorded57,394 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 YHW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 57,394 miles

General corrosion on suspension and floor

Pass 18 Jan 2021 52,646 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 52,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,539 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 42,370 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 37,693 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 33,072 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 27,028 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 25,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 17,929 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 15,093 miles

traction control light on indicating a fault

Pass 9 Nov 2011 13,145 miles

traction control light on

Pass 1 Nov 2010 11,133 miles

rear brake discs

Pass 6 Oct 2009 9,508 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,040 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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A18 YHW is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 71,203 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 A18 YHW, 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 21 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 YHW registered?

A18 YHW is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is A18 YHW safe to buy?

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