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LM62 CFZ

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,771 mi
Last recorded100,771 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 CFZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 100,771 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 93,862 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 86,177 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 86,177 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 78,133 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 68,562 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 60,123 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 50,041 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 43,582 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 36,503 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 30,614 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 24,208 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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LM62 CFZ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black 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 LM62 CFZ, 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 LM62 CFZ registered?

LM62 CFZ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is LM62 CFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 CFZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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