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YR71 BBX

2021 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,028 mi
Last recorded26,028 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2021 Mazda 325,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR71 BBX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 26,028 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 19,888 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 19,888 miles

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

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

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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YR71 BBX is a 2021 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 25,425 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 YR71 BBX, 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 5 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR71 BBX registered?

YR71 BBX is a 2021 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 October 2021.

Is YR71 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR71 BBX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR71 BBX have outstanding finance?

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