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YF14 GZL

2014 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

141,499 mi
Last recorded141,499 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF14 GZL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 141,499 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 8 Nov 2022 139,842 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2022 139,842 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2021 124,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge on both and tread 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 107,183 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 107,183 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 86,165 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 70,367 miles

Under -body trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 24 May 2018 70,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under -body trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 May 2017 53,695 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 53,695 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake slightly binding

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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YF14 GZL is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YF14 GZL, 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.

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What year was YF14 GZL registered?

YF14 GZL is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 May 2014.

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