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BA16 SXM

2016 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,563 mi
Last recorded26,563 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 344,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA16 SXM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 26,563 miles

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 29 Jul 2025 26,501 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 6 Aug 2024 24,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + cracking to sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 8 Aug 2023 21,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 19,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Fail 9 Aug 2022 19,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Pass 5 Aug 2021 16,435 miles

rear bumper damaged but secure

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Pass 10 Aug 2020 14,823 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2019 12,457 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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BA16 SXM is a 2016 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,717 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BA16 SXM, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BA16 SXM registered?

BA16 SXM is a 2016 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 August 2016.

Is BA16 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA16 SXM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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