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BD10 NVU

2010 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

112,995 mi
Last recorded112,995 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mazda 368,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD10 NVU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 112,995 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 112,995 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 105,768 miles

Corrosion on much of underside of vehicle subframe, and suspension components

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play OSF/NSF (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 97,443 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 97,443 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 84,534 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 82,817 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm bushes wearing

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen lightly marked

Fail 21 Jun 2022 82,815 miles

Exhaust system insecure Exhaust heat shield above fuel tank (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked excessively inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm bushes wearing

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen lightly marked

Pass 26 Jun 2021 80,057 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 69,058 miles

Offside Rear Reg plate unit slight insecure

Underbody/suspension components/cills inner corroded/but not seriously weakened

Fail 29 Jun 2020 69,057 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Back box broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Reg plate unit slight insecure

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underbody/suspension components/cills inner corroded/but not seriously weakened

Pass 26 Jun 2019 56,046 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

underbody corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2018 45,487 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 45,487 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 34,076 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 24,031 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,799 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 19,336 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 16,739 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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BD10 NVU is a 2010 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 68,318 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 BD10 NVU, 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 16 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD10 NVU registered?

BD10 NVU is a 2010 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is BD10 NVU safe to buy?

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