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BT57 XEF

2007 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,422 mi
Last recorded44,422 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Mazda 368,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 XEF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 44,422 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 40,009 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 38,201 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 35,623 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 34,234 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 32,716 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 31,512 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 30,215 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 28,309 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 25,331 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 24,430 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 20,129 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 16,529 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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BT57 XEF is a 2007 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2007 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 68,986 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 BT57 XEF, 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 19 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT57 XEF registered?

BT57 XEF is a 2007 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is BT57 XEF safe to buy?

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