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FG16 RHF

2016 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,901 mi
Last recorded115,901 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 RHF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 115,901 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 115,901 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 111,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Slight splits to inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 105,877 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 100,266 miles

Clutch release bearing noisy

Pass 20 Aug 2021 85,569 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 68,823 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2019 61,179 miles

Emissions tested, reading too low to be registered by DSM

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 53,687 miles

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

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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FG16 RHF is a 2016 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG16 RHF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG16 RHF registered?

FG16 RHF is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2016.

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The MOT history for FG16 RHF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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