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WU56 GCF

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,762 mi
Last recorded152,762 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 GCF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 152,762 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 146,677 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 140,914 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 138,050 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 138,046 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 129,623 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 124,029 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 124,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 118,870 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 114,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2013 111,061 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 111,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 103,062 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 76,562 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 48,648 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 36,033 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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WU56 GCF is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 70,278 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 WU56 GCF, 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 20 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU56 GCF registered?

WU56 GCF is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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The MOT history for WU56 GCF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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