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AK05 FAZ

2006 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,888 mi
Last recorded100,888 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 FAZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 100,888 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 100,885 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam when lights are on dipped (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm to cord (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2015 93,448 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 93,445 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 86,404 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 86,404 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 81,555 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 81,555 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2012 67,319 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 54,589 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 39,657 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 26,420 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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AK05 FAZ is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK05 FAZ, 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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What year was AK05 FAZ registered?

AK05 FAZ is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is AK05 FAZ safe to buy?

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