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BP55 OSN

2006 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

186,633 mi
Last recorded186,633 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 OSN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2019 186,633 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

interior mirror missing

o/s & n/s floor slightly corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2018 177,584 miles

rear view mirror missing

Pass 28 Feb 2017 169,425 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Feb 2017 169,425 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 161,063 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 161,063 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2015 152,752 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 142,132 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

brakes judder

Pass 19 Apr 2013 129,854 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 129,854 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 129,183 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 117,289 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 117,289 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 96,284 miles

Engine under tray damaged

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)

Traction control light on dash

Fail 26 Mar 2011 96,284 miles

Engine under tray damaged

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

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

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

Traction control light on dash

Pass 9 Mar 2010 76,946 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 60,716 miles

Nearside 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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BP55 OSN is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP55 OSN, 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 BP55 OSN registered?

BP55 OSN is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is BP55 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 OSN shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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