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VK06 HGG

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,553 mi
Last recorded129,553 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 HGG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 129,553 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 113,700 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 97,450 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 87,234 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 87,234 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 73,766 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 61,118 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 55,801 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 43,379 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs worn

rear no plate slightly obscured by tow bar

rear tyres worn on inner edges 195 65 15 v

Pass 1 Mar 2011 43,379 miles

front brake discs worn

rear no plate slightly obscured by tow bar

rear tyres worn on inner edges 195 65 15 v

Pass 22 Mar 2010 34,949 miles

front brake discs lipped

rear no plate slightly obscured

rear tyres wearing on edges slightly

Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,411 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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VK06 HGG is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HGG, 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 HGG registered?

VK06 HGG is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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