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YE56 LFO

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,999 mi
Last recorded106,999 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 LFO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 106,999 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 106,999 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 97,113 miles

both sides front lower suspension arm rear bushes are starting to split and seperate

both sides rear trailing arm forward bushes starting to split and seperate

corrosion around all sill areas, floors and box sections,

corrosion on front and rear sub frames and all steering and suspension componants

Pass 17 Sep 2014 92,132 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 87,819 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 77,118 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 63,163 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 49,881 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 37,209 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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YE56 LFO is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YE56 LFO, 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 YE56 LFO registered?

YE56 LFO is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is YE56 LFO safe to buy?

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