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WA16 XXB

2016 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,193 mi
Last recorded55,193 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA16 XXB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 55,193 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 55,193 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 39,654 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2024 34,313 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 33,074 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 29,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 25,951 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 23,905 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 22,702 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 18,475 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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WA16 XXB is a 2016 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WA16 XXB, 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 WA16 XXB registered?

WA16 XXB is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is WA16 XXB safe to buy?

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