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DG62 UBD

2012 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,015 mi
Last recorded100,015 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 UBD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 100,015 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 96,095 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 96,095 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 91,825 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 91,820 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 89,059 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 85,355 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 83,468 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2020 83,468 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 80,881 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 67,790 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 51,346 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 51,346 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 37,230 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 19 Oct 2015 24,369 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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DG62 UBD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DG62 UBD, 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 DG62 UBD registered?

DG62 UBD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is DG62 UBD safe to buy?

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