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DE56 OSC

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,438 mi
Last recorded97,438 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 OSC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 97,438 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 94,059 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 90,334 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 90,334 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Front brake imbalance due to worn inner discs

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 86,495 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2015 86,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 82,321 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven

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

Fail 22 Nov 2014 82,321 miles

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

Both rear tyres worn uneven

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 75,203 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 64,948 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 56,522 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 46,300 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 31,963 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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DE56 OSC is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DE56 OSC, 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 DE56 OSC registered?

DE56 OSC is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is DE56 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 OSC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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