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WD16 TFF

2016 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,948 mi
Last recorded145,948 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD16 TFF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 145,948 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 136,623 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 119,903 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 115,505 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 115,504 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 92,978 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 72,678 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 69,659 miles

nsf tyre 2mm

Pass 30 Jul 2019 58,018 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test 2 air fresheners and necklace

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Front camera disconnected pre test

Nearside Front Lower parking permit in swept area

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

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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WD16 TFF is a 2016 Mazda 3 in White 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 WD16 TFF, 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 WD16 TFF registered?

WD16 TFF is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 4 August 2016.

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