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VN16 KKZ

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,842 mi
Last recorded44,842 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 KKZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 44,842 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 40,993 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 27,495 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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VN16 KKZ is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,717 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 VN16 KKZ, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN16 KKZ registered?

VN16 KKZ is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is VN16 KKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN16 KKZ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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