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VK06 DXO

2006 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,164 mi
Last recorded123,164 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 DXO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2020 123,164 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting In & Out Sill and facing panel. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both Side sills in & Out corroded.

Both Sides sill covers fitted.

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside general corrosion.

Pass 13 Feb 2019 109,312 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 109,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 98,431 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 90,783 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 82,550 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 82,550 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 77,657 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 73,204 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 66,799 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 59,610 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 53,131 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 47,336 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 40,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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VK06 DXO is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 70,278 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 VK06 DXO, 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 20 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 VK06 DXO registered?

VK06 DXO is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 March 2006.

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