MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,198 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Exhaust system insecure Bracket on tail pipe corroded / snapped off (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush - Excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer bottle empty and leaking fluid when filled (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape, 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape, 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Rear Upper Stop light not working / fitted
Engine misfire - Requires further investigation
Engine oil below minimum on dipstick, topped up for test
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe deteriorated / leaking (6.1.2 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges worn / bald, On 3mm, DOT 2917, 195/65/15 91H (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Cover adrift (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges worn / bald, On 2.8mm, DOT 0117, 195/65/15 91H (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Cover adrift (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush mounting showing wear (2.7.4)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bush split (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bush split (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush mounting showing wear (2.7.4)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
e m l light illuminated
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front tyres wearing on outer edges.
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front tyres wearing on outer edges.
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside and offside front tyres wearing close to wear indicators,3mm
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
nearside and offside front tyres wearing close to wear indicators,3mm
How Reliable is the Mazda 3?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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YC06 YBL is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 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 YC06 YBL, 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 YC06 YBL registered?
YC06 YBL is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 May 2006.
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