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AF04 UHW

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,323 mi
Last recorded92,323 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 UHW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 92,323 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 86,569 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspensions components slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2017 77,676 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbon rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both sides rear outer wheel arches slightly corroded

under body surface rust

Fail 26 Jul 2017 77,676 miles

under body surface rust

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbon rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both sides rear outer wheel arches slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2016 72,039 miles

O/S/R wheel arch corroded

Underbody surface rust

Pass 30 Aug 2015 67,918 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 67,918 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 59,986 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 54,467 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 54,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 47,483 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 39,816 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 34,192 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 29,023 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,066 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 18,366 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 17,166 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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AF04 UHW is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 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 AF04 UHW, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF04 UHW registered?

AF04 UHW is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is AF04 UHW safe to buy?

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