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GF62 FNT

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

119,709 mi
Last recorded119,709 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 FNT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 119,709 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 119,647 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 112,452 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 104,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 90,908 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 82,287 miles

o/side rear tyre bald on inner edge

rear brakepads on legal limit

Pass 21 Oct 2020 76,200 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 76,200 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 69,425 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 69,425 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 63,270 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2017 58,054 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2016 50,718 miles

front wiper blades slightly split and slightly smearing windscreen

Pass 10 Oct 2015 43,677 miles

child seats fitted unable to check seat belts

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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GF62 FNT is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF62 FNT, 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 GF62 FNT registered?

GF62 FNT is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is GF62 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 FNT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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