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BL62 TXB

2013 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,718 mi
Last recorded66,718 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL62 TXB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 66,718 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 60,896 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 60,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high O/S/F Dipped Beam Requires Adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front Wipers Split & Streaky (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Headlamps Misting Over (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 57,362 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear Brake Discs Have Minor Corrosion Lip Present (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads Starting To Get Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F Tyre Getting Low & Bald Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F Tyre Balding Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 53,478 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 50,549 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 47,461 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 44,279 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 38,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 38,376 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 31,873 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 31,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 25,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wearing away from inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre wearing away from inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Dec 2015 18,599 miles

nearside front wiper splitting on end

under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

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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BL62 TXB is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BL62 TXB, 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

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What year was BL62 TXB registered?

BL62 TXB is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 10 January 2013.

Is BL62 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL62 TXB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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