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SP63 VXJ

2013 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

45,123 mi
Last recorded45,123 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP63 VXJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 45,123 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 33,840 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 33,840 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 33,824 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 33,046 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 33,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 31,795 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 27,114 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 24,034 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 21,183 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 18,959 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 15,978 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 12,529 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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SP63 VXJ is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 53,979 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 SP63 VXJ, 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 13 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 SP63 VXJ registered?

SP63 VXJ is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 October 2013.

Is SP63 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP63 VXJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP63 VXJ have outstanding finance?

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