CarVerify

Free Car Check

AX04 BFN

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,397 mi
Last recorded87,397 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 BFN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 87,397 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 87,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 77,726 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 75,754 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 74,239 miles

both front lower rear suspension arm bushes have slight movement

Fail 9 Aug 2014 74,230 miles

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

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

Interior rear view mirror not fitted

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 69,988 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 64,318 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 60,002 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 55,331 miles

Front pads wearing uneven

Osf tyre on 5mm nsf on 4mm

nsf wiper split

nsr pads getting oow

Pass 24 Jul 2009 45,841 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,894 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 27,530 miles

rear tyres wearing unevenly and low on inner edges (very noisy whilst driving)

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
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AX04 BFN is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AX04 BFN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX04 BFN?

You can check the full history of AX04 BFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AX04 BFN registered?

AX04 BFN is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is AX04 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 BFN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX04 BFN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AX04 BFN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.