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AF05 MKL

2005 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

110,756 mi
Last recorded110,756 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 MKL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 110,756 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing low on tread. 225/45/zr17-94w

Nail in O/S/R tyre. 225/45/zr17-94w

Pass 10 Mar 2015 93,332 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 93,332 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 75,450 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 11 Mar 2014 75,499 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 7 Mar 2013 68,676 miles

Dynamic stability control light "on"

Headlamp self leveling device siezed and linkage broken

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres bald on insides of tread

inner surfaces of both front brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 1 Mar 2012 57,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

headlamp self leveling device siezed and linkage broken

Pass 1 Mar 2012 57,820 miles

headlamp self leveling device siezed and linkage broken

Pass 11 Mar 2011 46,978 miles

corrosion starting on inner sills

front tyres worn more on edges

head light self adjust sensor seized and bracket broken

possible brake pedal softer than normal

Fail 2 Mar 2010 38,223 miles

Headlamp self-levelling sensor bracket broken

Headlamp self-levelling sensor siezed

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 38,223 miles

Headlamp self-levelling sensor bracket broken

Headlamp self-levelling sensor siezed

Pass 23 Feb 2009 31,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 29 Feb 2008 24,742 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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AF05 MKL is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AF05 MKL, 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 AF05 MKL registered?

AF05 MKL is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is AF05 MKL safe to buy?

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