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EA56 USP

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,292 mi
Last recorded72,292 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 USP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 72,292 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)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 66,774 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 66,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 59,757 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 53,984 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Mar 2013 46,801 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 38,611 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012
Pass 15 Jan 2011 30,425 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 23,201 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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EA56 USP is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EA56 USP, 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 EA56 USP registered?

EA56 USP is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is EA56 USP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 USP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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