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BU21 DCE

2021 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,430 mi
Last recorded27,430 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 Mazda 325,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU21 DCE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 27,430 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 27,430 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 16,292 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 16,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 12,469 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Undertrays fitted

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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BU21 DCE is a 2021 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 25,425 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 BU21 DCE, 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 5 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU21 DCE?

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What year was BU21 DCE registered?

BU21 DCE is a 2021 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 March 2021.

Is BU21 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU21 DCE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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