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BG55 XCF

2005 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,707 mi
Last recorded49,707 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 XCF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 49,707 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 49,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded possible problem to bleed brake due to corrosion on brake caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded possible problem to bleed brake due to corrosion on brake caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits 195..65..15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits 195..65..15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion to under vehicle mechanical items

Pass 17 Dec 2021 47,307 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021

Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 46,997 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 46,397 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 45,224 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2015 45,224 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 41,728 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 38,641 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 33,996 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 27,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 21,160 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 17,994 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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BG55 XCF is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG55 XCF, 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 BG55 XCF registered?

BG55 XCF is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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