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DV55 UAE

2006 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,821 mi
Last recorded127,821 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 UAE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 127,821 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 127,821 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 127,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively flexible hose joining metal brake pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened nearside and offside rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.76mm. 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

plastic covers on both outer sills restricting view of bodywork

Pass 11 Jan 2021 119,969 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 119,969 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 110,716 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 110,716 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 104,794 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight cut (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 98,393 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded upper link corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside and nearside front tyre (inner) edges worn

one of the three rear exhaust brackets corroded/deteriated

Pass 9 Jan 2017 92,008 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear exhaust bracket broke off but exhaust still well supported

Pass 5 Jan 2016 83,056 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 74,085 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated causing slight movement

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm and bald on outer. 195 / 65 15

o/s/f tyre 3mm and nearly bald on edges

slight fluctuation from all brakes

Fail 5 Jan 2015 74,085 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f and o/s/f lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated causing slight movement

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm and bald on outer. 195 / 65 15

o/s/f tyre 3mm and nearly bald on edges

slight fluctuation from all brakes

Pass 8 Jan 2014 63,007 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 56,996 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 51,032 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 44,098 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 37,911 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 37,911 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 29,824 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 29,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DV55 UAE is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DV55 UAE, 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 DV55 UAE registered?

DV55 UAE is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 12 January 2006.

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