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DY56 NVB

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

103,268 mi
Last recorded103,268 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 NVB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 103,268 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2021 80,719 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect osr and nsr both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 80,707 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect osr and nsr both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 79,109 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all the fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

covers fitted,obscuring some components

slight damage on the n/s/r 1/4 and boot lid

various corrosion on the underside, including components

Pass 21 Sep 2018 69,856 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

inner to outer sills dry rusty all brake pipes underbody req wax oil grease

Pass 30 May 2017 52,450 miles

Nearside Front tyre scrubbed

Offside Rear tyre scrubbed

Pass 26 Oct 2016 47,978 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2016 47,978 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 42,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 37,749 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 33,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 33,394 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 30,121 miles

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

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

traction/stability warning lamp on

Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,106 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 27,106 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 23,316 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 18,087 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 18,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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DY56 NVB is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 DY56 NVB, 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 DY56 NVB registered?

DY56 NVB is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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