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AF62 VPA

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,347 mi
Last recorded65,347 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VPA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 65,347 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 59,658 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 54,801 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 50,422 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 45,011 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 40,283 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 35,983 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 30,518 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 24,353 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 18,174 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 13,079 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 VPA is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 VPA, 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 VPA registered?

AF62 VPA is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is AF62 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VPA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF62 VPA have outstanding finance?

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