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VO13 NBZ

2013 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,443 mi
Last recorded87,443 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO13 NBZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 87,443 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 87,443 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 76,698 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 73,318 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 70,061 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 70,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 66,105 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 66,105 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 61,927 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 58,997 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 54,867 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 49,997 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 44,029 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 34,766 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in it

Rear both o/s and n/s tyres worn on the inner edges

steering fluid near minimum

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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VO13 NBZ is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VO13 NBZ, 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 VO13 NBZ registered?

VO13 NBZ is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is VO13 NBZ safe to buy?

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