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AK55 SXF

2005 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,685 mi
Last recorded101,685 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 SXF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 101,685 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 93,827 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 93,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 84,723 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 76,004 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 66,866 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 59,130 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 58,977 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 50,485 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 41,629 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,606 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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AK55 SXF is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK55 SXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK55 SXF registered?

AK55 SXF is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AK55 SXF safe to buy?

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