CarVerify

Free Car Check

DC04 TLF

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

109,888 mi
Last recorded109,888 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 TLF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 109,888 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 103,604 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 96,741 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 93,261 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2016 93,261 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 90,740 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 90,740 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 87,601 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 75,768 miles

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

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

both nearside and offside rear tyres badly worn inner edge and perished. Advise replacement.

Fail 3 Apr 2013 75,768 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both nearside and offside rear tyres badly worn inner edge and perished. Advise replacement.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 66,870 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 66,870 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 65,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 65,103 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 59,008 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 51,001 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 41,182 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 31,550 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
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DC04 TLF is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 DC04 TLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DC04 TLF?

You can check the full history of DC04 TLF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DC04 TLF registered?

DC04 TLF is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is DC04 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC04 TLF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC04 TLF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DC04 TLF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.