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BS369MS

2003 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

130,095 mi
Last recorded130,095 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS369MS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 130,095 miles

Rear underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2016 130,083 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear underside of vehicle corroded

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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BS369MS is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,549 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 BS369MS, 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 23 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 BS369MS registered?

BS369MS is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is BS369MS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS369MS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BS369MS have outstanding finance?

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