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BW16 WZK

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,220 mi
Last recorded84,220 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 WZK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 84,220 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 75,573 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 65,918 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Dec 2022 57,641 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 50,761 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 29 Dec 2020 44,531 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 37,264 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 28 Jun 2019 37,234 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

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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BW16 WZK is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BW16 WZK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW16 WZK registered?

BW16 WZK is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is BW16 WZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 WZK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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