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AV09 VFF

2009 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,811 mi
Last recorded171,811 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 VFF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 171,811 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front to rear inner sills slightly corroded

offside front to rear inner sills slightly corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2021 171,811 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nearside front to rear inner sills slightly corroded

offside front to rear inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2019 169,860 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 165,100 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 160,467 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 160,467 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 156,402 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 149,377 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 139,193 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres are starting to wear on the inside edges

Fail 26 Sep 2014 139,193 miles

Nearside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres are starting to wear on the inside edges

Pass 19 Sep 2013 108,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 81,263 miles

Oil leak

dpf light flashing on dash

Pass 21 Jun 2012 72,348 miles

n/s/r reflector damaged

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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AV09 VFF is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,200cc diesel 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 AV09 VFF, 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 AV09 VFF registered?

AV09 VFF is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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The MOT history for AV09 VFF 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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