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SH72 RXW

2023 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,153 mi
Last recorded33,153 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2023 Mazda 321,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH72 RXW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2023
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 33,153 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 33,145 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front wiper arm reqs adjustment

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

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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SH72 RXW is a 2023 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2023 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 21,224 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 SH72 RXW, 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 3 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH72 RXW?

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What year was SH72 RXW registered?

SH72 RXW is a 2023 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 January 2023.

Is SH72 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH72 RXW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH72 RXW have outstanding finance?

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