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VT55 FOF

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,698 mi
Last recorded80,698 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 FOF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2015 80,698 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 80,697 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 70,918 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 70,916 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 63,665 miles

inner faces of both front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Jul 2012 60,179 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 56,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc's slightly worn

nearside rear tyre inner tread wearing unevenly

Fail 6 Feb 2012 56,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc's slightly worn

nearside rear tyre inner tread wearing unevenly

Pass 25 Jan 2011 46,036 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 32,901 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 22,315 miles

nsr + osr tyres have uneven wear on inner edges

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 FOF is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VT55 FOF, 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 FOF registered?

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

Is VT55 FOF safe to buy?

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