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AU04 WLB

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

104,658 mi
Last recorded104,658 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 WLB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2020 104,658 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2020 104,658 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 102,919 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 100,539 miles

corrosion on rear chassis rails

offside rear brake pads worn low

rear suspension components badly corroded

slight play nearside front suspension link

Pass 3 Apr 2017 98,604 miles

offside front and rear wheel arch areas badly corroded

on screen display being projected in swept area

slight play nearside front and rear suspension links

Fail 3 Apr 2017 98,604 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside front and rear wheel arch areas badly corroded

on screen display being projected in swept area

slight play nearside front and rear suspension links

Pass 20 Apr 2016 95,351 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer edge shouldering off

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 95,351 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door sill / wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded door sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre outer edge shouldering off

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 92,397 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

front tyres starting to crack around edges

Pass 27 May 2014 89,430 miles

engine management light illuminated

rear exhaust bracket is corroded

Fail 27 May 2014 89,430 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

engine management light illuminated

rear exhaust bracket is corroded

Pass 9 May 2013 82,838 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 May 2013 82,838 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2012 73,651 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 73,651 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 63,398 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2010 50,269 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 50,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2009 37,664 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,842 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 21,842 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 8,592 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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AU04 WLB is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU04 WLB, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AU04 WLB is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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