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VN63 KLA

2013 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,796 mi
Last recorded127,796 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN63 KLA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 127,796 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 127,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2024 123,584 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has a tear causing movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has a tear causing movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface rust build up on suspension components

Fail 8 May 2024 123,581 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has a tear causing movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has a tear causing movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface rust build up on suspension components

Pass 5 May 2023 117,662 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 106,974 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 106,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 92,147 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 92,147 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 85,308 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 84,899 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 65,744 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 45,575 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 35,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2016 21,728 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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VN63 KLA is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel 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 VN63 KLA, 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 VN63 KLA registered?

VN63 KLA is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 November 2013.

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