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BC17 CLJ

2017 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,720 mi
Last recorded55,720 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda 339,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC17 CLJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 55,720 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 50,198 miles

Central Rear REAR WIPER BLADE TORN

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall has cuts and is rubbed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2024 50,198 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTTOM ARM BUSHES SPLIT AND WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm bushes split and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear REAR WIPER BLADE TORN

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall has cuts and is rubbed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 44,250 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 38,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 32,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 27,717 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 27,717 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020

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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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BC17 CLJ is a 2017 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 39,110 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 BC17 CLJ, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BC17 CLJ registered?

BC17 CLJ is a 2017 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2017.

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