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AV56 BYR

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,065 mi
Last recorded126,065 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 BYR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2022 126,065 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

vehicle is running on three cylinders

Pass 28 Jul 2021 118,513 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 113,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 113,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 107,581 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 100,790 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 93,617 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 93,612 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 87,338 miles

Wipers starting to smear

Pass 17 Jul 2015 80,955 miles

EML light on

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 73,761 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 66,409 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 60,188 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 49,875 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 39,239 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 29,701 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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AV56 BYR is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AV56 BYR, 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 AV56 BYR registered?

AV56 BYR is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AV56 BYR safe to buy?

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