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GU62 NWE

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,000 mi
Last recorded60,000 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 NWE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 60,000 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 57,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 55,003 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 52,572 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 52,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 49,928 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 46,818 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 44,943 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 41,307 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 36,134 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 29,262 miles

Front Tyres worn thin on edges

Pass 7 Sep 2016 22,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 16,647 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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GU62 NWE is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GU62 NWE, 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 GU62 NWE registered?

GU62 NWE is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is GU62 NWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 NWE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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