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AO59 RCV

2009 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

165,993 mi
Last recorded165,993 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 RCV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 165,993 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 165,993 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 154,570 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 154,570 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 142,046 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 142,046 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 128,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 117,858 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 101,634 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 86,126 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 71,847 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 56,445 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 38,692 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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AO59 RCV is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AO59 RCV, 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 AO59 RCV registered?

AO59 RCV is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is AO59 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 RCV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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