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BG54 VZT

2005 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,870 mi
Last recorded40,870 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 VZT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 40,870 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

REAR CROSSMEMBER CORRODED BUT NOT WEAKEND

Rear FRINT SUBFRAME CORREDED BUT NOT WEAKEND

Pass 6 Dec 2024 37,912 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 34,377 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 30,747 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspention arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 25,626 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 25,079 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 24,439 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 23,875 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 23,354 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 22,685 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 21,924 miles

Both top mounts noisey

Near side front tyre slight sidewall damage

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 21,231 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 20,148 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 19,341 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 17,735 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 16,466 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 14,731 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,641 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 10,041 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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BG54 VZT is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG54 VZT, 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 BG54 VZT registered?

BG54 VZT is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is BG54 VZT safe to buy?

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