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BN56 EDP

2006 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,942 mi
Last recorded122,942 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 EDP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 122,942 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 122,786 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 119,882 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 114,319 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 114,319 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 106,923 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 101,618 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 90,818 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 72,969 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 72,969 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 62,953 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge - offside worst

requires track checking

Fail 10 Sep 2012 62,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside 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)

both front tyres worn on inner edge - offside worst

requires track checking

Pass 31 Aug 2011 51,552 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread slightly distorted

Fail 10 Sep 2010 40,999 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 40,999 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 32,784 miles

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)

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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BN56 EDP is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN56 EDP, 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 BN56 EDP registered?

BN56 EDP is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is BN56 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 EDP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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