2013 Mazda 3 1.6L Diesel · YH13 MVF
2013 Mazda 3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 169,189 miles. MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,189 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH13 MVF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2026
- 169,189 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH13 MVF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mazda 3 (YH13 MVF) between September 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”.
YH13 MVF Mileage History
- 25/09/2024137,078 mi
- 23/09/2025153,731 mi+16,653 mi
- 23/09/2025153,732 mi+1 mi
- 24/09/2026169,181 mi+15,449 mi
- 01/10/2026169,189 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 15,940 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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