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AO06 TSV

2006 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,471 mi
Last recorded55,471 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Mazda 370,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO06 TSV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2020 55,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 54,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both o/side tyres outer side walls scuffed

Pass 10 Apr 2018 53,945 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre has cuts/scrapes

Offside Rear tyre has sidewall cuts/scrapes

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

engine check light on

Fail 10 Apr 2018 53,945 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre has cuts/scrapes

Offside Rear tyre has sidewall cuts/scrapes

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

engine check light on

Pass 7 Dec 2016 52,364 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 8 Dec 2015 50,675 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 20 Jun 2014 47,585 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,100 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,076 miles

drivers door strap/stop insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2011 40,140 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 34,555 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 26,220 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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AO06 TSV is a 2006 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AO06 TSV, 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 AO06 TSV registered?

AO06 TSV is a 2006 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is AO06 TSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO06 TSV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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