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AJ55 JKU

2005 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,049 mi
Last recorded125,049 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 JKU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2021 125,049 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 125,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 115,230 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 103,907 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under body corrosion

Fail 12 Oct 2019 103,841 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under body corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2018 91,279 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 91,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 83,669 miles

Offside Front track rod end has been heated up

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2017 83,669 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front track rod end has been heated up

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2016 76,854 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush offside and nearside (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 72,772 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 68,119 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 59,991 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 51,425 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 43,438 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 36,175 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 27,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 19,747 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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AJ55 JKU is a 2005 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 2005 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 71,203 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 AJ55 JKU, 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 21 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ55 JKU is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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