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SP21 HDO

2021 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,193 mi
Last recorded53,193 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Mazda 325,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP21 HDO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 53,193 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Mar 2026 53,193 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Feb 2025 45,203 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 34,112 miles

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

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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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SP21 HDO is a 2021 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 25,425 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 SP21 HDO, 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 5 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 SP21 HDO?

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What year was SP21 HDO registered?

SP21 HDO is a 2021 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2021.

Is SP21 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP21 HDO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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