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PL71 AKF

2022 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,902 mi
Last recorded20,902 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2022 Mazda 324,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL71 AKF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2022
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 20,902 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 16,768 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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PL71 AKF is a 2022 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2022 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 24,653 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 PL71 AKF, 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 4 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 PL71 AKF registered?

PL71 AKF is a 2022 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 February 2022.

Is PL71 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL71 AKF shows 2 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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