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VK06 YRG

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

111,634 mi
Last recorded111,634 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 YRG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 111,634 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 110,158 miles

front wishbone compliance bushes soft

Pass 2 Feb 2015 107,627 miles

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

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Jun 2014 99,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2013 88,218 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers on sills

Pass 1 Jun 2012 77,730 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 68,789 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 63,141 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 57,705 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 55,909 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 55,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

rear tyres going out of shape

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 YRG is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YRG, 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 YRG registered?

VK06 YRG is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is VK06 YRG safe to buy?

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