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BN05 NSU

2005 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,465 mi
Last recorded126,465 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 NSU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 126,465 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 118,163 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 106,312 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 93,990 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 93,990 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 82,875 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 71,695 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 60,754 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 49,499 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 38,868 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 29,279 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)

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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BN05 NSU is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN05 NSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN05 NSU?

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What year was BN05 NSU registered?

BN05 NSU is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is BN05 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 NSU 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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