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BF54 SXB

2004 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,937 mi
Last recorded101,937 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 SXB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2014 101,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 85,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes corrodded

corrossion to cahssis and body

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2012 69,112 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2012 69,107 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

N/s front tyre on 1.6mm

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

O/s rear tyre badly cracked entire raius of tyre

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 54,309 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 48,308 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 42,746 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 36,258 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,006 miles

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

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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BF54 SXB is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BF54 SXB, 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 BF54 SXB registered?

BF54 SXB is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is BF54 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 SXB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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