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GL62 BBO

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,277 mi
Last recorded41,277 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 BBO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 41,277 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

Underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2024 34,005 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 34,005 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 31,149 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 30,532 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 28,168 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,310 miles

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

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

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

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

rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2019 20,630 miles

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

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge slightly

Pass 13 Dec 2018 15,263 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 15,658 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 11,106 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 14 Nov 2016 11,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Nov 2015 9,373 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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GL62 BBO is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GL62 BBO, 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 GL62 BBO registered?

GL62 BBO is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is GL62 BBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 BBO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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