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VA69 FFV

2020 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,165 mi
Last recorded24,165 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Mazda 326,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA69 FFV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2020
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 24,165 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2025 18,773 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,232 miles

Under shields fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2023 9,595 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 9,581 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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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VA69 FFV is a 2020 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 26,754 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 VA69 FFV, 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 6 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA69 FFV?

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What year was VA69 FFV registered?

VA69 FFV is a 2020 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 January 2020.

Is VA69 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA69 FFV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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