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AY63 VVJ

2013 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,194 mi
Last recorded62,194 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 VVJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 62,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides, near side and off side. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 53,740 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 53,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam 711 bulb fitted (h11) (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working bulb replaced 501 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 44,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge also has cracking on outer edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge also has cracking on outer edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 40,148 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking outer edge, cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 31,769 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 27,893 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 23,191 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 18,192 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 13,158 miles

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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AY63 VVJ is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 53,979 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 AY63 VVJ, 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 13 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY63 VVJ registered?

AY63 VVJ is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is AY63 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY63 VVJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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