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AP05 EVC

2005 Mazda 3

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,260 mi
Last recorded127,260 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 EVC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 127,260 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsr and osr. (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all connected components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 127,257 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsr and osr. (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all connected components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 119,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 113,475 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 113,475 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 108,685 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 101,878 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 94,883 miles

eml light on

Pass 1 Feb 2017 89,233 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt not fully tested due to child seat fitted

items removed from drivers view before test

Pass 28 Jan 2016 83,503 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)

items removed from drivers view before test

nsr tyre stepped on inner edge

Fail 25 Jan 2016 83,502 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

items removed from drivers view before test

nsr tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 21 Jan 2015 77,928 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Jan 2014 72,982 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 72,981 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 65,247 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 58,393 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 51,448 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 44,885 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 40,384 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 33,776 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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AP05 EVC is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AP05 EVC, 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 AP05 EVC registered?

AP05 EVC is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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