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BV16 DJZ

2016 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,162 mi
Last recorded81,162 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV16 DJZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 81,162 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 72,632 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 62,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 51,672 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 May 2022 41,520 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 26,348 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 15,158 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 5,167 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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BV16 DJZ is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,717 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 BV16 DJZ, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV16 DJZ registered?

BV16 DJZ is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 April 2016.

Is BV16 DJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV16 DJZ 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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