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BE54 RAE

2004 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,559 mi
Last recorded143,559 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE54 RAE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 143,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 143,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 133,599 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 133,599 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 127,920 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 121,870 miles

rear section of exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Aug 2013 121,862 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2012 109,855 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 100,351 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 87,551 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 73,690 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 61,473 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 46,567 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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BE54 RAE is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 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 BE54 RAE, 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 22 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 BE54 RAE registered?

BE54 RAE is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is BE54 RAE safe to buy?

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