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MK62 TVL

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,099 mi
Last recorded72,099 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 TVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 72,099 miles

VEHICLE BEEN UNDER SEALED

Fail 3 Jan 2024 72,097 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

VEHICLE BEEN UNDER SEALED

Pass 7 Nov 2022 66,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges & slightly cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside mirror loose

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges & slightly cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2021 61,770 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2021 61,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 55,248 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 49,737 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 45,291 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 40,158 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 35,706 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 30,776 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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MK62 TVL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MK62 TVL, 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 MK62 TVL registered?

MK62 TVL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is MK62 TVL safe to buy?

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