2006 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · KC56 KAX
2006 Mazda 3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 150,982 miles. MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,982 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KC56 KAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2026
- 150,982 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KC56 KAX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mazda 3 (KC56 KAX) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”; “Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
KC56 KAX Mileage History
- 06/08/2024136,708 mi
- 13/08/2025141,934 mi+5,226 mi
- 13/08/2025141,934 mi
- 11/08/2026150,981 mi+9,047 mi
- 14/08/2026150,982 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,064 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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