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YL15 KCE

2015 Mazda 3

White Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,513 mi
Last recorded84,513 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2015 Mazda 350,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL15 KCE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 84,513 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

TPMS light on dash

Fail 28 Sep 2023 84,513 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

TPMS light on dash

Pass 9 Aug 2022 73,504 miles

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 22 Jan 2021 61,546 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 48,725 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 36,000 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2018 35,997 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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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YL15 KCE is a 2015 Mazda 3 in White with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YL15 KCE, 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 YL15 KCE registered?

YL15 KCE is a 2015 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 July 2015.

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