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KX62 SXR

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,349 mi
Last recorded153,349 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX62 SXR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 153,349 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2024 143,692 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 123,297 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 114,343 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 113,968 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 106,999 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 101,986 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 92,803 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 76,176 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 56,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 39,863 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KX62 SXR is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KX62 SXR, 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 KX62 SXR registered?

KX62 SXR is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 November 2012.

Is KX62 SXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX62 SXR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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