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AF09 VLO

2009 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

146,506 mi
Last recorded146,506 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 VLO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 146,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower shocker leg location shorter

Pass 9 May 2018 108,018 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 May 2018 108,018 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2017 101,650 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 91,654 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Aug 2016 91,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2015 81,398 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 71,421 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 60,665 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight imbalance and fluctuation on front brakes

Pass 7 Jan 2013 52,677 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 45,529 miles

Inner edge slightly worn on near side front tyre.

Inner edges slightly out of shape on both rear tyres

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 VLO is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VLO, 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 VLO registered?

AF09 VLO is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AF09 VLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 VLO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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