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AE05 ZCX

2005 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,569 mi
Last recorded87,569 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 ZCX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2012 87,569 miles

front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 19 Jan 2012 72,872 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 72,872 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 37,828 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 18,838 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,219 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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AE05 ZCX is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE05 ZCX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE05 ZCX?

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What year was AE05 ZCX registered?

AE05 ZCX is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is AE05 ZCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 ZCX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE05 ZCX have outstanding finance?

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