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BJ17 GFU

2017 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,273 mi
Last recorded45,273 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda 339,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ17 GFU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 45,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 42,548 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 42,548 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 40,851 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 37,518 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 33,609 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 31,100 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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BJ17 GFU is a 2017 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 39,110 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 BJ17 GFU, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ17 GFU registered?

BJ17 GFU is a 2017 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is BJ17 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ17 GFU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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