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BK59 FBD

2009 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,624 mi
Last recorded177,624 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 FBD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 177,624 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 161,947 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 161,786 miles

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible plate is unreadable parts are missing (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 149,177 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 149,168 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 144,893 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close and worn inner edge,also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive innersills and inner wheelarch seams,both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust heatshield not fully secure

Pass 27 Sep 2019 141,116 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills/inner wheelarch seams (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel tank heatshield insecure

Pass 29 Sep 2018 132,856 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Sep 2018 132,856 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Sep 2017 120,614 miles

Nearside Rear brakepad appears worn

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

Rear both tyres very worn on inner edges of tread,also inner sidewalls perrished

Pass 10 Oct 2016 109,599 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 109,599 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 98,492 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 89,152 miles

vehicle too clean for the emission test

Pass 20 Sep 2013 68,333 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 46,338 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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BK59 FBD is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 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 BK59 FBD, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BK59 FBD is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 September 2009.

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