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AO56 VTF

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,176 mi
Last recorded114,176 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 VTF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 114,176 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 108,309 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 101,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 96,264 miles

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

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

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

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

both front headlamps slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust mount corroding thin

Pass 23 Nov 2016 90,064 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 90,064 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 82,254 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 73,213 miles

osf seatbelt buckle mounting incomplete but secure(buckle loose)

rear pads wearing low

Pass 19 Nov 2013 61,360 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 50,720 miles

screw stuck in o/s/r tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2011 40,563 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 30,504 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 21,381 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

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 VTF is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VTF, 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 VTF registered?

AO56 VTF is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is AO56 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 VTF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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