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SJ62 YMD

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,252 mi
Last recorded75,252 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ62 YMD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 75,252 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 75,229 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 71,314 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 67,774 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 62,954 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Nov 2019 62,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2018 52,606 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 40,858 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 31,348 miles

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit dangerous tread wear (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit dangerous tread wear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 31,348 miles

Central Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit dangerous tread wear (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit dangerous tread wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 21,451 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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SJ62 YMD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SJ62 YMD, 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 SJ62 YMD registered?

SJ62 YMD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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