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FL16 OFW

2016 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,451 mi
Last recorded78,451 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL16 OFW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 78,451 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 78,451 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 70,908 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 63,282 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 54,716 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose ()

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 48,011 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 42,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 42,700 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 34,701 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seat ()

both rear tyres perished inner tread

under tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components

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 OFW is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FL16 OFW, 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 FL16 OFW registered?

FL16 OFW is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 July 2016.

Is FL16 OFW safe to buy?

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