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AU56 OJS

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,425 mi
Last recorded107,425 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 OJS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 107,425 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 107,425 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2018 100,307 miles

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 2 Nov 2016 93,951 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 93,951 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 87,707 miles

both rear tyres have slightly uneven tread

general condition of vehicle underbody corrosive

offside front tyre nearing limit

Fail 10 Sep 2015 87,707 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both rear tyres have slightly uneven tread

general condition of vehicle underbody corrosive

offside front tyre nearing limit

Pass 1 Sep 2014 82,092 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 82,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 73,436 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 63,650 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,130 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 38,198 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,996 miles

Nearside Front 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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AU56 OJS is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AU56 OJS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU56 OJS registered?

AU56 OJS is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AU56 OJS safe to buy?

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