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VT55 BFO

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,554 mi
Last recorded85,554 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 BFO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2011 85,554 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

SRS Light on

Under tray loose

Pass 31 Oct 2011 85,554 miles

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

SRS Light on

Under tray loose

Pass 27 Oct 2010 79,346 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 71,249 miles

front pads low

Fail 31 Oct 2009 71,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VT55 BFO is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VT55 BFO, 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 VT55 BFO registered?

VT55 BFO is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 February 2006.

Is VT55 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT55 BFO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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