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AF62 VGZ

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,369 mi
Last recorded115,369 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VGZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 115,369 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 100,758 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 86,710 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 75,662 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 73,018 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 70,305 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 67,505 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 61,336 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 54,340 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 43,845 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 34,148 miles

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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AF62 VGZ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF62 VGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF62 VGZ registered?

AF62 VGZ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AF62 VGZ safe to buy?

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