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FG16 RHX

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,549 mi
Last recorded77,549 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 RHX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 77,549 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 73,467 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 73,466 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dpf and engine mil (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 68,090 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 61,539 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 56,070 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 50,539 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 47,206 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,471 miles

Offside 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 RHX is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,184cc 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 RHX, 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 RHX registered?

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

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