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SF20 VKS

2020 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,695 mi
Last recorded87,695 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Mazda 326,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF20 VKS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 87,695 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 87,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 82,404 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, front to rear pipes corrosion at rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 74,383 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 74,383 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 68,329 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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SF20 VKS is a 2020 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2020 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 26,754 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 SF20 VKS, 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 6 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF20 VKS registered?

SF20 VKS is a 2020 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 May 2020.

Is SF20 VKS safe to buy?

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