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A22 RRF

2009 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,214 mi
Last recorded91,214 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 RRF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 91,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 82,519 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Jacking points corroded

Stone chip in windscreen

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 73,422 miles

Driver seat slight loose

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 66,361 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 62,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively edges lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively edges lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 57,820 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 52,562 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 52,559 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 47,504 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 41,337 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 35,022 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 28,657 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 22,209 miles

front brake pads are wearing low

nearside and offside rear tyres are wearing low on edges and are perishing around tread

nearside front tyre has a nail in it and is getting low on edges and is perishing around tread

offside front tyre is getting low on edges and is perishing around tread

Pass 9 Aug 2013 16,127 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 10 Aug 2012 12,220 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 12,220 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A22 RRF is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 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 A22 RRF, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A22 RRF registered?

A22 RRF is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 August 2009.

Is A22 RRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 RRF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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