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SR16 PUE

2016 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,811 mi
Last recorded116,811 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR16 PUE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 116,811 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2025 116,343 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 110,635 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive eng (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 104,304 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexis both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexis both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 94,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 75,012 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 57,928 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 31,045 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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SR16 PUE is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 SR16 PUE, 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 SR16 PUE registered?

SR16 PUE is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 July 2016.

Is SR16 PUE safe to buy?

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