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BN04 ARF

2004 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,401 mi
Last recorded65,401 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 ARF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 65,401 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 65,377 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 65,017 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 64,340 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 63,014 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 60,855 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 57,022 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 24 Mar 2010 52,657 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 46,607 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 37,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 28,356 miles

both rear tyres worn and ON LIMIT TODAY

front pads low

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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BN04 ARF is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN04 ARF, 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 BN04 ARF registered?

BN04 ARF is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is BN04 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 ARF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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