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AV54 ORP

2004 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

110,326 mi
Last recorded110,326 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 ORP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2014 110,326 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear view mirror missing from the windscreen

Fail 2 Dec 2013 99,762 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 99,762 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 82,447 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 82,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 72,247 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 29 Nov 2011 72,242 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 61,089 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 61,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,688 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 47,688 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 33,969 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 21,621 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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AV54 ORP is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 AV54 ORP, 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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What year was AV54 ORP registered?

AV54 ORP is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 November 2004.

Is AV54 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 ORP shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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