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YC15 EVF

2015 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,280 mi
Last recorded118,280 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Mazda 350,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC15 EVF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 118,280 miles

Body component slightly loose Exhaust heat shield (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 112,433 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2025 112,337 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 106,592 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside slowest to operate (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 101,161 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 94,982 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy replace A,S,A,P (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 88,086 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 85,438 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 73,519 miles

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

slight travel on handbrake lever

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 54,622 miles

under trays fitted time of test

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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YC15 EVF is a 2015 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 50,529 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 YC15 EVF, 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 11 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 YC15 EVF registered?

YC15 EVF is a 2015 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 April 2015.

Is YC15 EVF safe to buy?

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