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DG06 ABV

2006 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

206,839 mi
Last recorded206,839 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 ABV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 206,839 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 206,839 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 198,849 miles

General Underbody Corrosion

Headlamps Deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2021 191,576 miles

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2020 188,208 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

all tyres perishing

general corrosion to underbody

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2019 174,420 miles

General under body corrosion

headlamps deteriorating

Fail 27 Feb 2019 174,414 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

General under body corrosion

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

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

Rear Bumper damaged

headlamps deteriorating

Pass 15 Feb 2018 160,352 miles

Front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 15 Feb 2017 145,454 miles

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 23 Feb 2016 129,946 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 111,864 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 111,864 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 96,212 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 81,647 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 70,343 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 60,132 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 51,500 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 44,914 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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DG06 ABV is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG06 ABV, 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 DG06 ABV registered?

DG06 ABV is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is DG06 ABV safe to buy?

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