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VT55 FNS

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,747 mi
Last recorded141,747 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 FNS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 141,747 miles

Nearside sill cover fitted

Offside Rear tyre feathered inner edge

Offside sill cover fitted

eloys tank stain/small leak

Pass 3 Nov 2015 138,436 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 134,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 134,089 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 121,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jan 2014 121,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 106,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2012 93,545 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 78,635 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 62,036 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front pads worn

rear pads worn

Pass 22 Jan 2009 48,323 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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VT55 FNS is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VT55 FNS, 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.

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What year was VT55 FNS registered?

VT55 FNS is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is VT55 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT55 FNS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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