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VU06 GDJ

2006 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,372 mi
Last recorded86,372 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 GDJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2018 86,372 miles

under tray

Pass 24 Mar 2017 84,478 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 82,219 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 78,986 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 74,890 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 71,043 miles

Nearside and offside front tyre treads worn unevenly

Pass 23 Mar 2012 67,863 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 63,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,249 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 53,988 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre walls perishing

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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VU06 GDJ is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU06 GDJ, 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 VU06 GDJ registered?

VU06 GDJ is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is VU06 GDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 GDJ shows 10 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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