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DN53 TVL

2004 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

68,743 mi
Last recorded68,743 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 TVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 68,743 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 57,944 miles

Body underside is coroded

Both rear suspension shock absorber bump stops poor condition

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Jun 2017 57,944 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Body underside is coroded

Both rear suspension shock absorber bump stops poor condition

Central Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 May 2016 46,701 miles

nearside front tyre perished.

under side in rusty condition

Fail 26 May 2016 46,701 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre perished.

under side in rusty condition

Pass 8 Jun 2015 40,126 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,406 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 38,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 34,749 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,350 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 31,350 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 26,835 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,815 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 14,787 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,176 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 9,050 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 9,050 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 8,209 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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DN53 TVL is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 DN53 TVL, 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.

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What year was DN53 TVL registered?

DN53 TVL is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is DN53 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 TVL 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.

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