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BT56 BHX

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

111,455 mi
Last recorded111,455 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 BHX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 111,455 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 111,455 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam n/side and off/side side light not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps n/side rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 100,989 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 91,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 83,682 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 83,679 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 75,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,620 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 63,470 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 57,258 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 57,237 miles

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

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

child seats fitted in rear

Pass 27 Aug 2013 49,346 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,716 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 46,713 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 43,007 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 43,007 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 40,367 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 27,859 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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BT56 BHX is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BT56 BHX, 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 BT56 BHX registered?

BT56 BHX is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BT56 BHX safe to buy?

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