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AP55 AKF

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,460 mi
Last recorded46,460 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2011
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 AKF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2011 46,460 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 32,438 miles

tyres becoming worn

Pass 22 Dec 2008 14,881 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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AP55 AKF is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 AP55 AKF, 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 AP55 AKF registered?

AP55 AKF is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is AP55 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 AKF shows 3 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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