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YC14 LDN

2014 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,479 mi
Last recorded124,479 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Mazda 352,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC14 LDN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 124,479 miles

Rear Both disc backplates corroded badly

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2025 124,473 miles

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

Rear Both disc backplates corroded badly

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 113,329 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 112,838 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

tpm on

Pass 1 Nov 2023 98,514 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 98,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 83,411 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 67,564 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted unable t check items

Pass 29 Oct 2020 56,202 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 40,075 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 31,865 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 25,127 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Service Due light on dash

Under trays 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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YC14 LDN is a 2014 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 52,266 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 YC14 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 12 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 YC14 LDN registered?

YC14 LDN is a 2014 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2014.

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