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AD54 NVB

2005 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

117,599 mi
Last recorded117,599 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 NVB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 117,599 miles

bot rear sills corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2019 117,599 miles

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

bot rear sills corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2018 111,611 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 106,146 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 98,954 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 90,250 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 83,639 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2014 83,639 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 78,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Feb 2013 78,305 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2012 71,541 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nsr wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 27 Feb 2012 71,533 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nsr wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 2 Mar 2011 64,675 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 64,675 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front discs and pads worn/require checking

Pass 9 Mar 2010 51,422 miles

o/s/r tyre 2mm and unevenly worn

Pass 3 Feb 2009 35,247 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 27,832 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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AD54 NVB is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD54 NVB, 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 AD54 NVB registered?

AD54 NVB is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is AD54 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 NVB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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