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DS06 TMV

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,257 mi
Last recorded62,257 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS06 TMV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 62,257 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 61,568 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30 per cent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 60,911 miles

sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2023 60,157 miles

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

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

sill and engine areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2022 59,539 miles

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2022 59,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 58,849 miles

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2020 58,268 miles

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2019 57,391 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 57,391 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 56,274 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 54,812 miles

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,401 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 52,306 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,572 miles

n/s rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 May 2013 45,522 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 39,300 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 32,082 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,667 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 26,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 27 Jun 2009 19,619 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 19,619 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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DS06 TMV is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS06 TMV, 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 DS06 TMV registered?

DS06 TMV is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 July 2006.

Is DS06 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS06 TMV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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