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AF56 OWY

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,406 mi
Last recorded84,406 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 OWY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 84,406 miles

rear tyres slightly out of shape

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

inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2016 72,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heat shielding loose (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 72,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heat shielding loose (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 57,852 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 54,608 miles

surface corrosion on front and rear suspension and subframe components.

Pass 24 Oct 2013 50,182 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 45,540 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 39,950 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Sep 2010 34,614 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 28,305 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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AF56 OWY is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 70,278 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 AF56 OWY, 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 20 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 AF56 OWY registered?

AF56 OWY is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is AF56 OWY safe to buy?

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