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VK56 EUP

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,212 mi
Last recorded80,212 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 EUP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 80,212 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 80,212 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 74,291 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 67,470 miles

Rear centre seatbelt requires help to retract.

Small cut in offside rear tyre inner sidewall cords not visible.

Pass 23 Nov 2013 59,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 47,968 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 37,578 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 27,137 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,132 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 20,600 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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VK56 EUP is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VK56 EUP, 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 VK56 EUP registered?

VK56 EUP is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is VK56 EUP safe to buy?

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