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WP16 EVM

2016 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,516 mi
Last recorded71,516 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 EVM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 71,516 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 65,639 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 65,638 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 58,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 58,399 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 48,855 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 40,131 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 28,711 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 24,584 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 20,920 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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WP16 EVM is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WP16 EVM, 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 WP16 EVM registered?

WP16 EVM is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is WP16 EVM safe to buy?

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