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BT05 LZK

2005 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,334 mi
Last recorded85,334 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 LZK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 85,334 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 82,351 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 80,315 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 80,315 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 76,254 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2014 76,254 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 70,969 miles

rear exhaust box bracket is corroded but not effecting the support of the exhaust

Pass 20 Jan 2012 64,494 miles

DSC light on

small chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Jan 2011 57,679 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 48,796 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 42,148 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 42,148 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BT05 LZK is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LZK, 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 BT05 LZK registered?

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

Is BT05 LZK safe to buy?

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