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AO56 FTZ

2006 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,361 mi
Last recorded48,361 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 FTZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2015 48,361 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,686 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 33,581 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 25,095 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 17,445 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 11,346 miles

o/s/f wishbone rear bush slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,854 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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AO56 FTZ is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO56 FTZ, 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.

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What year was AO56 FTZ registered?

AO56 FTZ is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is AO56 FTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 FTZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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