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EF06 MHL

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,220 mi
Last recorded79,220 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 MHL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 79,220 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE CLOSE TO THE LEGAL LIMIT

Front Lower SUSPENSION ARMS REAR MOUNTING BUSHES ARE WORN

Pass 24 Jun 2019 78,003 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 76,465 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 75,026 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 75,026 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 73,349 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 71,061 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 67,473 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 60,385 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 52,748 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,922 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 36,294 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 27,194 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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EF06 MHL is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 EF06 MHL, 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 EF06 MHL registered?

EF06 MHL is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is EF06 MHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 MHL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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