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SW13 OFC

2013 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,458 mi
Last recorded31,458 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 OFC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 31,458 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle in the early stage of corrosion

Fail 5 Aug 2025 31,382 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle in the early stage of corrosion

Pass 27 Aug 2024 29,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 205/50/R17, sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 27 Aug 2024 29,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 205/50/R17, sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 26,649 miles

Both headlights deteriorated

Light corrosion under vehicle

Fail 15 Aug 2023 26,649 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50r17 93w xl Avon AS7 m+s (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both headlights deteriorated

Light corrosion under vehicle

Pass 11 Aug 2022 25,320 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 25,320 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,941 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 22,201 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 20,870 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 20,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 18,174 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 15,028 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,037 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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SW13 OFC is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SW13 OFC, 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.

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What year was SW13 OFC registered?

SW13 OFC is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 August 2013.

Is SW13 OFC safe to buy?

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