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CE56 XXD

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

104,592 mi
Last recorded104,592 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 XXD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 104,592 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

surface corrosion over all suspension components

surface corrosion under all vehicle

Fail 14 Oct 2022 104,581 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

surface corrosion over all suspension components

surface corrosion under all vehicle

Fail 6 Oct 2022 104,439 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure 2 x mountings defective system only being held on by 1 mounting. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively stretched Incorrect hose fitment. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Water ingress in headlamp. (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil level low.

Exhaust system very heavily corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump porous. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 104,173 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust mounting defective BACK BOX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective BACK BOX HEAT SHIELD LOOSE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose MIRROR GLASS LOOSE (3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT SUBFRAME CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR SUBFRAME CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 98,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump porous (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside steering braking and suspension components

deterioration to front and rear brake discs

offside mirror bound with tape

Fail 29 Oct 2020 98,859 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump porous (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside steering braking and suspension components

deterioration to front and rear brake discs

offside mirror bound with tape

Pass 25 Sep 2019 96,922 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion under side

Fail 19 Sep 2019 96,799 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion under side

Pass 24 Sep 2018 93,294 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 93,259 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 88,956 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 87,181 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 87,181 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 81,838 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 73,607 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 73,607 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 63,581 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 56,489 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 48,537 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,736 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 27,489 miles

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

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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CE56 XXD is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 CE56 XXD, 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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CE56 XXD is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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