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SG62 CVU

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,048 mi
Last recorded102,048 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 102,048 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes deteriorating and components corroded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes deteriorating and components corroded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 102,048 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes deteriorating and components corroded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bushes deteriorating and components corroded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 97,610 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. Sump corroded. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 97,610 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. Sump corroded. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 91,125 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 72,862 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 54,112 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 34,870 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 11,862 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 10,959 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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SG62 CVU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 CVU, 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 SG62 CVU registered?

SG62 CVU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SG62 CVU safe to buy?

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