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AK13 XEL

2013 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,963 mi
Last recorded105,963 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 XEL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 105,963 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 94,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 80,813 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 69,179 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))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 69,179 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 48,394 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 33,683 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 22,549 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2017 22,549 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 14,219 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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AK13 XEL is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK13 XEL, 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 AK13 XEL registered?

AK13 XEL is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is AK13 XEL safe to buy?

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