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AP05 KUU

2005 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,352 mi
Last recorded139,352 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 KUU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 139,352 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 120,135 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2016 120,135 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 115,913 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 110,664 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 97,374 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 90,866 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 80,476 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 80,476 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 66,189 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has deep cut in tread.

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 52,043 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 52,043 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 38,246 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 KUU is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AP05 KUU, 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 AP05 KUU registered?

AP05 KUU is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is AP05 KUU safe to buy?

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