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BU13 LDN

2013 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

154,530 mi
Last recorded154,530 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 353,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 LDN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 154,530 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 154,530 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 147,109 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 147,109 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 141,500 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 141,468 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2022 124,173 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2022 124,173 miles

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

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 105,418 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 105,405 miles

Position lamp not working both side front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2020 82,927 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 82,927 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 62,863 miles

under tray limitations

Pass 4 Sep 2018 43,261 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 29,339 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Sep 2016 16,887 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slight bit of damage

Fail 4 Aug 2016 16,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre damaged outer wall

Offside Front tyre low on edges

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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BU13 LDN is a 2013 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 BU13 LDN, 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 BU13 LDN registered?

BU13 LDN is a 2013 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 July 2013.

Is BU13 LDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 LDN shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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