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L136 HEN

1997 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

163,590 mi
Last recorded163,590 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL136 HEN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2006 163,590 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 163,590 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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L136 HEN is a 1997 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L136 HEN, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L136 HEN registered?

L136 HEN is a 1997 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is L136 HEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L136 HEN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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