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VU13 YPV

2013 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,347 mi
Last recorded72,347 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 YPV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 72,347 miles

Lots of under body surface rust

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 71,286 miles

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

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

general corrosion notice and advice

Fail 19 Jun 2025 71,286 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

general corrosion notice and advice

Pass 16 May 2024 67,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play strong advice (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

general corrosion

Pass 25 Feb 2023 62,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both rear tyres 3mm on inner edges

rear brake pads 3mm approximately

Pass 26 Feb 2022 50,822 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 42,192 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 36,244 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 32,889 miles

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

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))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 29,201 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 26,134 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 21,283 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 YPV is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 VU13 YPV, 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 YPV?

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What year was VU13 YPV registered?

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

Is VU13 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU13 YPV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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