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YF06 VYU

2006 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,362 mi
Last recorded67,362 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 VYU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 67,362 miles

plastic cover over outer sills

Pass 14 Oct 2016 60,308 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake slightly tight to turn

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 52,690 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 45,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 39,225 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 32,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 26,963 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 21,264 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 15,682 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 15,682 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 14,310 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YF06 VYU is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YF06 VYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF06 VYU registered?

YF06 VYU is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is YF06 VYU safe to buy?

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