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AU62 WXC

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,701 mi
Last recorded142,701 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 WXC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 142,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 129,877 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 118,769 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 115,312 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 108,558 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 94,466 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 84,969 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 74,381 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2019 74,381 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 63,186 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread depth and very worn on the edges but not exposing any ply or cords (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2017 53,948 miles

Front brakes squealing during brake performance test[slight corrosion to brake discs]

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre splitting around tread circumference area[205/50R17-93W]

Pass 18 May 2016 46,212 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 39,205 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 WXC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WXC, 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 AU62 WXC registered?

AU62 WXC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is AU62 WXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 WXC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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