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AF55 NVG

2005 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,561 mi
Last recorded96,561 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 NVG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 96,561 miles

exhaust system corroded

rear exhaust mounting broken

Fail 2 Feb 2018 96,561 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 4 Jan 2017 93,382 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear exhaust hanger broken but exhaust system is still adequately supported

Pass 7 Jan 2016 84,966 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 7 Jan 2016 84,966 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 12 Jan 2015 79,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 70,708 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 59,725 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 49,793 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 39,554 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 30,116 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,965 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

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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AF55 NVG is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AF55 NVG, 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

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What year was AF55 NVG registered?

AF55 NVG is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is AF55 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 NVG shows 12 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.

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