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VE14 RKX

2014 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,121 mi
Last recorded141,121 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE14 RKX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 141,121 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 131,398 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 119,595 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 119,595 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 108,284 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 95,806 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 86,003 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 77,791 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 67,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 53,705 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Jul 2018 53,705 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jul 2017 39,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VE14 RKX is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 52,266 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 VE14 RKX, 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 12 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 VE14 RKX registered?

VE14 RKX is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 July 2014.

Is VE14 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE14 RKX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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