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BJ64 AFU

2014 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,637 mi
Last recorded146,637 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ64 AFU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 146,637 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 139,341 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 129,825 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake lever traveling too high

Pass 30 Oct 2020 123,437 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 117,289 miles

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

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

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2019 117,224 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2018 110,546 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 110,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2017 82,480 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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BJ64 AFU is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Black with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 52,266 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 BJ64 AFU, 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 12 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ64 AFU registered?

BJ64 AFU is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 October 2014.

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