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EA17 FVB

2017 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,939 mi
Last recorded66,939 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 339,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA17 FVB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 66,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 60,128 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2024 56,311 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 47,408 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 38,274 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 26,761 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,195 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 22,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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EA17 FVB is a 2017 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 39,110 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 EA17 FVB, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EA17 FVB registered?

EA17 FVB is a 2017 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is EA17 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA17 FVB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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