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BT05 LZJ

2005 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

42,112 mi
Last recorded42,112 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 LZJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 42,112 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 41,497 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 40,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 40,562 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 39,384 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 38,910 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 38,343 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 37,944 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 37,542 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 36,313 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,420 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 34,023 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,835 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,856 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 25,306 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 22,453 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 19,622 miles

both front and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Jun 2008 16,641 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 16,641 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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BT05 LZJ is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BT05 LZJ, 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.

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What year was BT05 LZJ registered?

BT05 LZJ is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BT05 LZJ safe to buy?

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