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BT62 ZFV

2013 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,530 mi
Last recorded98,530 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT62 ZFV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 98,530 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 98,530 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 91,648 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 84,784 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 78,507 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 78,507 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 72,869 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 69,520 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 63,766 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 58,953 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 52,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 43,159 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 32,648 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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BT62 ZFV is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel 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 BT62 ZFV, 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 BT62 ZFV registered?

BT62 ZFV is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 January 2013.

Is BT62 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT62 ZFV 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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