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FL16 OFM

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,948 mi
Last recorded56,948 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL16 OFM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 56,948 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Mar 2025 50,495 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 44,211 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 39,026 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 33,968 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 28,804 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 25,858 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,728 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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FL16 OFM is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL16 OFM, 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 FL16 OFM registered?

FL16 OFM is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is FL16 OFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL16 OFM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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