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VK56 TXS

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,654 mi
Last recorded107,654 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 TXS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 107,654 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 107,654 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 97,968 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 87,452 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 75,430 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2013 75,430 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 63,757 miles

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)

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

O/S Rear tyre getting low on tread

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 63,757 miles

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)

O/S Rear tyre getting low on tread

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 52,111 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 42,711 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,835 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 31,835 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)

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 TXS is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXS, 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 TXS registered?

VK56 TXS is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is VK56 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK56 TXS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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