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AK05 VFW

2005 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,407 mi
Last recorded116,407 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 VFW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 116,407 miles

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 111,403 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 108,481 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 106,515 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 94,991 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 81,835 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 81,834 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 69,004 miles

brake pedal slightly spongey

Pass 17 Apr 2008 52,218 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 VFW is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK05 VFW, 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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What year was AK05 VFW registered?

AK05 VFW is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is AK05 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 VFW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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