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BW53 RXU

2004 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,013 mi
Last recorded105,013 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 RXU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 105,013 miles

Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both rear (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 95,037 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 91,129 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 86,659 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 82,216 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 77,243 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 77,243 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

n/s/r wheel bearing noisey

Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,437 miles

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

nearside rear bumper damaged

slight corrosion to both front brake discs

Pass 15 Sep 2010 54,068 miles

offside rear tyre uneven treadwear on inner edge

Pass 26 Sep 2009 42,798 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

rear brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 16 Jan 2008 32,601 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2007 25,033 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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BW53 RXU is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 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 BW53 RXU, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BW53 RXU registered?

BW53 RXU is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is BW53 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 RXU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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