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A1 YSH

2009 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,905 mi
Last recorded32,905 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 YSH
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 32,905 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 30,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 30,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 29,063 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 26,759 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 24,381 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 23,140 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2019 22,272 miles

Front Wipers Slight Smearing

Pass 26 Nov 2018 19,261 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 14,707 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 10,867 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 9,811 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 8,666 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 6,858 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 5,381 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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A1 YSH is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 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 A1 YSH, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 YSH registered?

A1 YSH is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 November 2009.

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