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AJ04 XZN

2004 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

123,489 mi
Last recorded123,489 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 XZN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 123,489 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 123,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on the inside

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear seals (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 115,585 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 115,585 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both o/s and n/s (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 107,043 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s and n/s outer sills plastic covers fitted

rear exhaust box bracket broken away system still secure

Fail 13 Apr 2023 107,042 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s and n/s outer sills plastic covers fitted

rear exhaust box bracket broken away system still secure

Pass 23 Apr 2022 99,684 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front 2.5mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

offside front arch damage/corroded.

Pass 1 May 2021 93,183 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central stop light out

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front bottom ball joint pinch bolt not the original bolt and the nut is not a locking type but a locking compound could of been used when fitted

Nearside Nail in tyre both ()

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

both sills corroded but not excessively weakened

Fail 10 Apr 2021 92,671 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust system rusty

general corrosion on underside of car

Pass 5 May 2020 87,654 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 84,852 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 80,042 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 80,042 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 77,216 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 74,964 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 71,696 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 66,962 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 64,160 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 61,474 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 58,137 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 54,265 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 48,956 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 44,000 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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AJ04 XZN is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 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 AJ04 XZN, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ04 XZN is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 April 2004.

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