Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Mazda 3 faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Mazda 3 fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
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Mazda 3 (2004 On) Fault Guide
Mazda 3 (2004 On) Fault Guide
We know of 11 MAZDA 3 (2004 On) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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4 engine faults
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3 suspension wear items or faults
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2 interior problems
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1 bodywork issues
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1 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MAZDA 3 (2004 On)
What to look for:
When the engine is warm (after 5 minutes running for example), rev the car and look in the mirrors for signs of black smoke from the exhaust.
What it means:
A little or occasional black smoke is not usually something to worry about. A lot of black smoke, on a regular basis usually means the EGR valves are faulty. This is most likely to be a problem on a diesel.
What to do
Have the car inspected. Budget £400 for the repair.
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