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BK62 DFL

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

182,734 mi
Last recorded182,734 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK62 DFL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 182,734 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 150,563 miles

clutch slipping at time of test

Fail 10 Oct 2022 150,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image lens faded and scratched (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick to metal with brake discs corroded and scored (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

clutch slipping at time of test

Pass 28 Oct 2021 124,141 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 99,674 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 79,619 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 65,096 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 48,756 miles

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 33,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 18,146 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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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BK62 DFL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BK62 DFL, 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 BK62 DFL registered?

BK62 DFL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 September 2012.

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