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VF16 TGE

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,491 mi
Last recorded52,491 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF16 TGE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 52,491 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 38,123 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 22,129 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 21,212 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 15,821 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 15,821 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 14,096 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Camera. ()

Pass 16 Aug 2019 11,852 miles

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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VF16 TGE is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VF16 TGE, 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 VF16 TGE registered?

VF16 TGE is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 August 2016.

Is VF16 TGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF16 TGE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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