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AE66 HDF

2017 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,681 mi
Last recorded68,681 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda 339,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE66 HDF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 68,681 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 68,471 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 58,841 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 47,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 33,079 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 20,891 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 13,765 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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AE66 HDF is a 2017 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE66 HDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE66 HDF registered?

AE66 HDF is a 2017 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 January 2017.

Is AE66 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE66 HDF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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