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WM16 GHJ

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,236 mi
Last recorded75,236 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM16 GHJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 75,236 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 69,592 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 60,622 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 54,389 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 48,574 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre feathering inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2020 46,498 miles

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

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

emissions to low to register for printout

plastic underbody covers fitted not allowing inspection of obscure items

Pass 24 Jun 2019 33,546 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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WM16 GHJ is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 WM16 GHJ, 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

How do I check the history of WM16 GHJ?

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What year was WM16 GHJ registered?

WM16 GHJ is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is WM16 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM16 GHJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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