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AD61 XMB

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,202 mi
Last recorded111,202 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 XMB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 111,202 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s/r anti roll bar drop link has very slight play in upper joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower o/s/f lower bumber damaged

Offside Front Lower washer fluid leaking o/s/f bumper area

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 111,200 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s/r anti roll bar drop link has very slight play in upper joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower o/s/f lower bumber damaged

Offside Front Lower washer fluid leaking o/s/f bumper area

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 95,761 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 75,960 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 75,904 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items hanging from interior mirror (8.3.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 57,787 miles

Front wiper blades poor but still clear screen

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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AD61 XMB is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 61,274 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 AD61 XMB, 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 14 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD61 XMB registered?

AD61 XMB is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is AD61 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD61 XMB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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