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VU16 XVH

2016 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,024 mi
Last recorded106,024 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 XVH
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 106,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 101,968 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 101,966 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 93,673 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 89,886 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 81,440 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 73,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 63,923 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Restricted view. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 53,982 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 XVH is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XVH, 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 XVH registered?

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

Is VU16 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 XVH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU16 XVH have outstanding finance?

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