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CX06 VAU

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

169,391 mi
Last recorded169,391 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX06 VAU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 169,391 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 May 2019 155,278 miles

both rear suspension arms and frame corroded

play in off side front lower arm ball joint

Pass 9 May 2018 140,685 miles

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

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

rear sub frame and arms corroded

Pass 2 May 2017 126,676 miles

both rear shocks week

Pass 12 May 2016 112,990 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 103,412 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 93,388 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 79,444 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 79,444 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 62,737 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 48,113 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all four tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 17 Mar 2010 38,608 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 29,413 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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CX06 VAU is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 CX06 VAU, 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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What year was CX06 VAU registered?

CX06 VAU is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is CX06 VAU safe to buy?

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