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AU62 RJO

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,344 mi
Last recorded138,344 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 RJO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 138,344 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracked perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 138,120 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements partially obscured by detachable tow bar fitted at time of test. (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracked perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 131,263 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres wearing thin at inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2023 120,912 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 112,227 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 106,055 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 98,183 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 92,663 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 92,662 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 82,758 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2017 75,675 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2016 68,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 60,373 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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AU62 RJO is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AU62 RJO, 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 AU62 RJO registered?

AU62 RJO is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is AU62 RJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 RJO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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