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WG14 SMO

2014 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,897 mi
Last recorded104,897 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG14 SMO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 104,897 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2025 104,897 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 94,749 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 84,918 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 77,584 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front brake pads are more than half worn / getting low

Hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has minor cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Oct 2022 77,584 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front brake pads are more than half worn / getting low

Hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has minor cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 66,388 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Near side front tyre has minor cuts / grazes

Fail 15 Oct 2021 66,388 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Hand brake lever has little reserve travel left

Near side front tyre has minor cuts / grazes

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 57,998 miles

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))

Pass 28 May 2019 44,936 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 36,973 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 26,882 miles

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

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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WG14 SMO is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 WG14 SMO, 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 WG14 SMO registered?

WG14 SMO is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 May 2014.

Is WG14 SMO safe to buy?

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