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VU16 DZK

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,023 mi
Last recorded88,023 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 DZK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2026 88,023 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 81,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing in centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 71,910 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 63,360 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 53,835 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 43,660 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 34,557 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 24,793 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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VU16 DZK is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey 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 VU16 DZK, 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 VU16 DZK registered?

VU16 DZK is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2016.

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