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DX10 TFO

2010 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,597 mi
Last recorded94,597 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mazda 368,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX10 TFO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 94,597 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 89,852 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))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 83,587 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 77,440 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 71,170 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 63,138 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 56,760 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 49,383 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 42,287 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 33,612 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 31,658 miles

All tyres showing cracking in base of tread

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,579 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 20,027 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 20,027 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,485 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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DX10 TFO is a 2010 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DX10 TFO, 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 DX10 TFO registered?

DX10 TFO is a 2010 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 March 2010.

Is DX10 TFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX10 TFO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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