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BN05 SRY

2005 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,517 mi
Last recorded143,517 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 SRY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 143,517 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 135,113 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded from filler neck to tank ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp bolt missing but headlamp secure

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust heat shield not fully secure

Fail 18 Jan 2022 134,874 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded from filler neck to tank ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp bolt missing but headlamp secure

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust heat shield not fully secure

Pass 8 Feb 2021 120,042 miles

FUEL PIPE CORRODED

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2019 109,304 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))

fuel pipe corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2018 106,570 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 97,235 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 97,235 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 91,038 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2015 86,666 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 80,080 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 73,366 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 66,015 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 57,557 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 57,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 47,236 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 35,367 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,667 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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BN05 SRY is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SRY, 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

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What year was BN05 SRY registered?

BN05 SRY is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is BN05 SRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 SRY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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