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AK06 XLJ

2006 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,448 mi
Last recorded109,448 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 XLJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 109,448 miles

Oil leak sump plug ()

Fail 14 Feb 2017 109,420 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak sump plug ()

Pass 13 Feb 2016 100,623 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 92,872 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 81,874 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 66,599 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 56,816 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 56,816 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,748 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,209 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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AK06 XLJ is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AK06 XLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK06 XLJ registered?

AK06 XLJ is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is AK06 XLJ safe to buy?

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