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AD61 XOT

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,073 mi
Last recorded73,073 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 73,073 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 68,496 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing slightly unevenly on inner shoulder.

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 62,885 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing chunks taken from tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 56,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2018 55,932 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 46,408 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 36,100 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 36,100 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Rear fog lamp missing not fitted (1.3.2a)

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 XOT is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XOT, 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 XOT registered?

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

Is AD61 XOT safe to buy?

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