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FG62 EXM

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,267 mi
Last recorded137,267 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 EXM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 137,267 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2021 137,141 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 124,598 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2020 124,456 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Position lamp not working position light not working. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog light not working.

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

uneven wear starting on rear tyres.

Pass 8 Jun 2017 70,380 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2017 70,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,695 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 518,109 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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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FG62 EXM is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FG62 EXM, 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 FG62 EXM registered?

FG62 EXM is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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