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DK16 GHX

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,853 mi
Last recorded46,853 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 GHX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2025 46,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 38,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 30,954 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 25,721 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 22,964 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 21,216 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 18,262 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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DK16 GHX is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,717 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 DK16 GHX, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK16 GHX registered?

DK16 GHX is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 March 2016.

Is DK16 GHX safe to buy?

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