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BV62 OKT

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,285 mi
Last recorded68,285 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 OKT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 68,285 miles

rear axle crossmember and both rear lower arms, showing signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2024 64,961 miles

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

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2023 60,861 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2022 56,583 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2021 52,677 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 48,650 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2019 44,142 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 38,913 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 32,715 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 28,109 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 24,183 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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BV62 OKT is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver 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 BV62 OKT, 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 BV62 OKT registered?

BV62 OKT is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is BV62 OKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 OKT 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.

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