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A15 RTB

2017 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,441 mi
Last recorded42,441 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 339,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 RTB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 42,441 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 36,304 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 31,496 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Heavy oil residue at engine undertray. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion at inner faces of rear brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 25,372 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 25,372 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 22,315 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 18,870 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 16,252 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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A15 RTB is a 2017 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 39,110 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 A15 RTB, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A15 RTB registered?

A15 RTB is a 2017 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is A15 RTB safe to buy?

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