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AW04 HMC

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,574 mi
Last recorded148,574 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW04 HMC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 148,574 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front arch has slight corrosion

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 148,466 miles

Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced both lower arm rear bushes (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 135,001 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 124,336 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 124,336 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 112,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jul 2012 102,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2011 90,609 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2010 79,026 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 68,117 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 68,103 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 57,406 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 41,974 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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AW04 HMC is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AW04 HMC, 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 AW04 HMC registered?

AW04 HMC is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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