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VU14 HBJ

2014 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,877 mi
Last recorded64,877 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU14 HBJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 64,877 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

handbrake lever travel very high

Fail 11 Nov 2025 64,877 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached lower ball joint broken / detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake fluid level slightly low

handbrake lever travel very high

Pass 24 Oct 2024 54,093 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 43,808 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 34,518 miles

Advise T.P.M.L on

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 28,149 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 27,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 27,225 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 26,355 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 22,653 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 19,674 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 16,355 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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VU14 HBJ is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 52,266 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 VU14 HBJ, 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 12 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 VU14 HBJ registered?

VU14 HBJ is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2014.

Is VU14 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU14 HBJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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