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AM53 MPS

2009 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,645 mi
Last recorded142,645 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 MPS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 142,645 miles

front and rear discs corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2022 136,813 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 132,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28 per cent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 124,639 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 120,976 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 111,509 miles

Rear Registeration lights deteriorating

Fail 4 Sep 2017 111,507 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly misshaping on inner edge

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registeration lights deteriorating

Pass 30 Jun 2016 87,592 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 87,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 77,625 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 54,571 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing on side wall

rear shocker shields loose

Pass 9 Jul 2013 37,708 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 34,141 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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AM53 MPS is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AM53 MPS, 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 AM53 MPS registered?

AM53 MPS is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is AM53 MPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 MPS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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