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FM65 RWF

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,401 mi
Last recorded82,401 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 RWF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 82,401 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 76,045 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 72,072 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 59,668 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 59,668 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low DONE (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 46,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm, slightly perished on outer edge, and wearing on both edges. 205/60/r16. 92v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed small cut. (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm. slightly perished within tread, wearing on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2 mm, and slightly perished within tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 46,674 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm, slightly perished on outer edge, and wearing on both edges. 205/60/r16. 92v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed small cut. (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3 mm. slightly perished within tread, wearing on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2 mm, and slightly perished within tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 33,061 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 32,970 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 30,694 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 30,694 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2019 30,661 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged small cut and fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 30,661 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged small cut and fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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FM65 RWF is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FM65 RWF, 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 FM65 RWF registered?

FM65 RWF is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 January 2016.

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