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MT61 OBK

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,960 mi
Last recorded108,960 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT61 OBK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 108,960 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 94,749 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 79,531 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 64,386 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 64,386 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,360 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MT61 OBK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MT61 OBK, 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 MT61 OBK registered?

MT61 OBK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is MT61 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT61 OBK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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