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AE13 VBD

2013 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,380 mi
Last recorded46,380 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 VBD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 46,380 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 40,862 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine and underside covers fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2024 32,424 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 29,897 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 26,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 24,483 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 21,841 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 19,046 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 15,817 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 15,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 13,874 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 10,080 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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AE13 VBD is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 53,979 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 AE13 VBD, 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 13 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE13 VBD registered?

AE13 VBD is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is AE13 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 VBD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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