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VO66 ZYB

2016 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,695 mi
Last recorded128,695 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO66 ZYB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 128,695 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 117,748 miles

under engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2024 110,602 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 80,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Oct 2022 61,418 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 53,069 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 43,714 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 31,605 miles

under trays fitted

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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VO66 ZYB is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VO66 ZYB, 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 VO66 ZYB registered?

VO66 ZYB is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 September 2016.

Is VO66 ZYB safe to buy?

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