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YT06 KCE

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,262 mi
Last recorded162,262 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT06 KCE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 May 2023 162,262 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly DSC (7.12 (d))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both lens misted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front-rear outer and inner sill and wheel arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front-rear inner and outer sill/wheel arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road Brown with cigarette tar (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components Shock absorber fouling anti roll bar link /appears to be fitted incorrectly. (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump corroded. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 147,450 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 9 May 2022 147,436 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced excessive corrosion within 12 inches of drivers seatbelt mounting bolt,which is attached to the seat. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 12 May 2021 138,158 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2020 133,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 125,798 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 116,978 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 108,800 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 101,154 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 93,434 miles

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

slight movement in n/s/front bottom ball joint

slight movement in n/s/rear link arm

Pass 17 Apr 2014 87,701 miles

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

both front tyres badly worn on the inside

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

slight movement in n/s/front ball joint

slight movement in n/s/rear link arm

Pass 11 Apr 2013 76,105 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 75,575 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 62,361 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 48,855 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres becoming mis-shaped on inner tread

Fail 16 Apr 2011 48,736 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside and offside rear tyres becoming mis-shaped on inner tread

Pass 13 Apr 2010 34,822 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,680 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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YT06 KCE is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YT06 KCE, 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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YT06 KCE is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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