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WD16 TFU

2016 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,459 mi
Last recorded66,459 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD16 TFU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 66,459 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2025 66,459 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2025 66,450 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides(cracked) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 66,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer door sills

Plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 3 Nov 2022 64,394 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 61,990 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted.

Fail 27 Jul 2021 61,987 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2020 60,318 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 58,563 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))

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 TFU is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TFU, 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.

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What year was WD16 TFU registered?

WD16 TFU is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is WD16 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD16 TFU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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