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VU13 YBY

2013 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,970 mi
Last recorded110,970 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 YBY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 110,970 miles

Undertrays- obscuring view of some components

Fail 18 Mar 2026 110,966 miles

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

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

Undertrays- obscuring view of some components

Pass 12 Mar 2025 102,190 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both lightly wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 20 Mar 2024 96,703 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 90,703 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 1 Mar 2022 85,419 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 85,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear tyre feathered inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2021 81,851 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 71,724 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash Cam. ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Numerous small cuts in the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 69,744 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 61,343 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 50,766 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 40,168 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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VU13 YBY is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YBY, 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

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What year was VU13 YBY registered?

VU13 YBY is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 March 2013.

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The MOT history for VU13 YBY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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