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BT13 ZKY

2013 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

144,895 mi
Last recorded144,895 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT13 ZKY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 144,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 144,894 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 139,032 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 132,342 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 125,567 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 116,920 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 116,920 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 107,964 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 100,713 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 94,809 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 79,611 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 62,618 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 42,253 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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BT13 ZKY is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BT13 ZKY, 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 BT13 ZKY registered?

BT13 ZKY is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is BT13 ZKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT13 ZKY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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