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DY06 MKP

2006 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

114,898 mi
Last recorded114,898 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 MKP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 114,898 miles

Offside door mirror repaired with tape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

stone chips to windscreen

Pass 30 Oct 2024 108,565 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 108,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 102,310 miles

Coolant level below minimum

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

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

Rear number plate discoloured

Fail 29 Feb 2024 102,310 miles

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

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

Coolant level below minimum

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

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

Rear number plate discoloured

Pass 23 Feb 2023 96,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Fail 23 Feb 2023 96,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2022 90,184 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

stone chips to windscreen

Pass 22 Feb 2021 83,969 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 77,972 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 70,841 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres less than 2.5mm and smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 65,217 miles

Service and Parking Brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 8 Mar 2017 58,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 51,432 miles

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 26 Feb 2016 51,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 6 Mar 2015 44,388 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing uneven.

n/s/r tyre inner side wall badly deterioated.

Pass 6 Mar 2014 38,174 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 38,019 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre tread perished with age

Pass 30 Jan 2013 33,918 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 28,971 miles

evidence of oil leal(s) gearbox area

Pass 31 Jan 2011 23,884 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 23,884 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 16,596 miles

n/s/f tyre is 2.5 mm

Pass 16 Feb 2009 11,076 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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DY06 MKP is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 DY06 MKP, 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 MKP registered?

DY06 MKP is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 April 2006.

Is DY06 MKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 MKP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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