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HV62 FNL

2012 Mazda 3

Brown Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,307 mi
Last recorded107,307 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 FNL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 107,307 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at end , both wipers slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum appears to be (hard to see through reservoir) (2.1.5 (b) (i))

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

registration lamps loose

Pass 30 Aug 2024 100,287 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

registration lamps loose

Fail 28 Aug 2024 100,286 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

registration lamps loose

Pass 31 Aug 2023 92,116 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 77,451 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 68,309 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 60,806 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 51,718 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 36,513 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 27,057 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 20,378 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 16,332 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HV62 FNL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Brown with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HV62 FNL, 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 HV62 FNL registered?

HV62 FNL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 September 2012.

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