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EY06 LRN

2006 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,775 mi
Last recorded129,775 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY06 LRN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2025 129,775 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 122,021 miles

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

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

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

surface corrosion on underbody

Pass 15 May 2023 116,124 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody and suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 109,167 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 109,056 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 109,046 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 102,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front floor panel/chassis to inner sills are rusty (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 98,124 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 95,599 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 95,599 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 89,043 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 74,244 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 74,239 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 71,527 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 68,805 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 68,805 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,421 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 62,473 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 57,226 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 52,355 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 52,355 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 47,689 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 37,688 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 37,688 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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EY06 LRN is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EY06 LRN, 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 EY06 LRN registered?

EY06 LRN is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is EY06 LRN safe to buy?

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