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AY63 VVL

2013 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,992 mi
Last recorded66,992 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 VVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 66,992 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner sidewalls 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both in tread 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 66,992 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner sidewalls 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both in tread 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 61,899 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 57,603 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,317 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 45,018 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 38,123 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 38,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 29,793 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,280 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,699 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 15,240 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 15,240 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 VVL is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AY63 VVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY63 VVL?

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What year was AY63 VVL registered?

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

Is AY63 VVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY63 VVL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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