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VU13 WYD

2013 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

59,499 mi
Last recorded59,499 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 WYD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 59,499 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

Fail 16 Mar 2026 59,499 miles

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

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Mar 2025 55,791 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 55,791 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre poor going bald outside edge

Offside Front tyre getting low

Fail 15 Mar 2025 55,753 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre poor going bald outside edge

Offside Front tyre getting low

Pass 27 Mar 2024 51,104 miles

Nearside Front tyre low on inner and outer edge and cracking

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre low on inner and outer edge and cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 31 Mar 2023 47,767 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,962 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 42,204 miles

Front both front tyres getting near limit

Rear both rear tyres getting low

Fail 29 Mar 2021 42,204 miles

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

Front both front tyres getting near limit

Rear both rear tyres getting low

Pass 21 Mar 2020 40,553 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Mar 2019 37,699 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 32,969 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 28,866 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2017 28,866 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 23,248 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 23,248 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VU13 WYD is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VU13 WYD, 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

How do I check the history of VU13 WYD?

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What year was VU13 WYD registered?

VU13 WYD is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is VU13 WYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU13 WYD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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