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FL62 XDR

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,611 mi
Last recorded49,611 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 XDR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 49,611 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 46,775 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 43,611 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 39,686 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 34,762 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,990 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 26,977 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 22,564 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 18,643 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and splitting no cords exposed (4.1.E.1)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2016 15,234 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,244 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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FL62 XDR is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 FL62 XDR, 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 FL62 XDR registered?

FL62 XDR is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is FL62 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 XDR 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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