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DA56 FFP

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,540 mi
Last recorded171,540 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA56 FFP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 171,540 miles

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 4 Nov 2017 162,661 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 150,793 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 150,793 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 128,710 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 128,709 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 106,032 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 106,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 82,145 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 82,145 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 71,112 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 67,533 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 62,033 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 56,975 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

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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DA56 FFP is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DA56 FFP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA56 FFP registered?

DA56 FFP is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is DA56 FFP safe to buy?

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