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DE10 XTC

2010 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,947 mi
Last recorded76,947 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda 368,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE10 XTC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 76,947 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 67,428 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

plastic sills and undertrays fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

rear subframe and arms corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2024 67,256 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

plastic sills and undertrays fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

rear subframe and arms corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2023 62,765 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and its associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and its associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 62,698 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and its associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and its associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 54,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is worn on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is worn on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and its associated parts arms etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic sill and under covers as fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Oct 2021 52,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 46,598 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 43,033 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 37,557 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2017 32,819 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 32,819 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 28,250 miles

Both front windscreen wipers deteriorating

Pass 13 Oct 2015 25,484 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 21,340 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,681 miles

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

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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DE10 XTC is a 2010 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DE10 XTC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE10 XTC registered?

DE10 XTC is a 2010 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2010.

Is DE10 XTC safe to buy?

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