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AF09 VLJ

2009 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,722 mi
Last recorded122,722 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 VLJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2021 122,722 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

both headlamps deterioating

Pass 30 Jan 2020 118,971 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 106,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 92,737 miles

damage to lower windscreen, not affecting drivers view

no interior mirror fitted

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 73,143 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 62,593 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 48,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 39,019 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low2-3 mm tread depth.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 23,633 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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AF09 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF09 VLJ, 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.

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What year was AF09 VLJ registered?

AF09 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is AF09 VLJ safe to buy?

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