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SK62 VPJ

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK62 VPJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 84,172 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 77,766 miles

under body / suspension components covered in protective under seal

Fail 8 Aug 2024 77,696 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 71,181 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 71,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 63,268 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 53,939 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 53,939 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 46,120 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,480 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 34,480 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 23,702 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 22,209 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 19,251 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 16,097 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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SK62 VPJ 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 73.3%.

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 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 SK62 VPJ, 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 SK62 VPJ registered?

SK62 VPJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is SK62 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK62 VPJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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