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BP55 VRJ

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,079 mi
Last recorded70,079 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 VRJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 May 2016 70,079 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 61,393 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 54,352 miles

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)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 46,170 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,339 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,239 miles

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Pass 21 Apr 2010 21,992 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,684 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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BP55 VRJ is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BP55 VRJ, 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.

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What year was BP55 VRJ registered?

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

Is BP55 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 VRJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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