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YR16 CDZ

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,832 mi
Last recorded26,832 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR16 CDZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 26,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 24,772 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 23,269 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective N/S/F (3.4 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2023 21,264 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2022 17,112 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 14,054 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 12,192 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 8,845 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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YR16 CDZ is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YR16 CDZ, 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 YR16 CDZ registered?

YR16 CDZ is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 4 April 2016.

Is YR16 CDZ safe to buy?

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