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BT05 XLL

2005 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,531 mi
Last recorded89,531 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda 371,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 XLL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 89,531 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 74,192 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 64,437 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2022 60,517 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 56,572 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 51,821 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 46,377 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 44,091 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 44,091 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 41,750 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 41,701 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 39,520 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 36,943 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 36,943 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,470 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 31,565 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,302 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 28,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 25,129 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 17,114 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,646 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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BT05 XLL is a 2005 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XLL, 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 XLL registered?

BT05 XLL is a 2005 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is BT05 XLL safe to buy?

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