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AU05 YXK

2005 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,389 mi
Last recorded114,389 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 YXK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 114,389 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 114,383 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 110,347 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 98,316 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 97,537 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 97,348 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 84,566 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 71,751 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 66,418 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 57,946 miles

Split in offside rear tyre inner sidewall but cords not exposed

Pass 12 Apr 2013 50,209 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 42,403 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,648 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,495 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 24,527 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 18,006 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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AU05 YXK is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU05 YXK, 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 AU05 YXK registered?

AU05 YXK is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AU05 YXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 YXK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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