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SG62 BWM

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,650 mi
Last recorded84,650 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG62 BWM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 84,650 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner & outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner & outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Door & wheel arch has slight damage

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine sump corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2025 80,227 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner & outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear door & wheel arch has slight damage

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front slightly (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine sump corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2025 80,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner & outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear door & wheel arch has slight damage

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front slightly (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine sump corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2024 74,608 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine sump corroded

n/s/r door & wheel arch has slight damage

Pass 19 Aug 2023 67,899 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower spring arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 59,887 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,061 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 53,018 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 48,674 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 44,406 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2018 38,697 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 34,240 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 34,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 29,306 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 22,661 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall cut

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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SG62 BWM is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SG62 BWM, 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 SG62 BWM registered?

SG62 BWM is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is SG62 BWM safe to buy?

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