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FA65 HTV

2016 Mazda 3

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,173 mi
Last recorded117,173 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA65 HTV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 117,173 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 107,983 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 98,027 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre (2) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 98,027 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre (2) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 86,427 miles

Front Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front discs lipped on edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 83,017 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 68,046 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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FA65 HTV is a 2016 Mazda 3 in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,717 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 FA65 HTV, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA65 HTV registered?

FA65 HTV is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 February 2016.

Is FA65 HTV safe to buy?

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