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DN53 TVW

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

126,119 mi
Last recorded126,119 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 TVW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 126,119 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

SILLS COVER FITTED

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 126,117 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

SILLS COVER FITTED

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 May 2014 115,356 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front outer sills are corroding

underside of vehicle is corroding

Fail 29 May 2014 115,352 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front outer sills are corroding

underside of vehicle is corroding

Pass 18 Apr 2013 105,169 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 105,160 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 98,755 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 98,748 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2011 84,529 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 84,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 67,259 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 52,146 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 43,299 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 28,998 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 TVW is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 TVW, 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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DN53 TVW is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 February 2004.

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