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DY06 FFD

2006 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,129 mi
Last recorded103,129 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 FFD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 103,129 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 94,038 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 85,052 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 85,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 76,957 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 69,215 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 69,215 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 61,252 miles

Engine lamp is illuminated indicating a fault

Fail 19 Dec 2013 61,252 miles

Engine lamp is illuminated indicating a fault

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 51,785 miles

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

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

Pass 19 Dec 2011 42,511 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 34,282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,712 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 22,081 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 22,081 miles

Front 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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DY06 FFD is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DY06 FFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY06 FFD registered?

DY06 FFD is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 11 March 2006.

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