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BF62 BGE

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,460 mi
Last recorded91,460 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 BGE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 91,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 91,460 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 85,378 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 76,912 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 76,912 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (b))

Power steering close to minimum mark power steering fluid getting low (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 70,208 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2023 70,208 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low Both Headlights (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 62,646 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 61,078 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 52,675 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 46,391 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,424 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 38,044 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 31,251 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Under trays fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 24,080 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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BF62 BGE is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF62 BGE, 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 BF62 BGE registered?

BF62 BGE is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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