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SK62 VRF

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,850 mi
Last recorded102,850 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK62 VRF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 102,850 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 92,545 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 85,881 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2022 84,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 81,648 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 79,328 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Sep 2019 76,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very badly worn on inner edge but not to cords yet (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very badly worn but not to cords yet (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 67,713 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 58,533 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 48,846 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 38,359 miles

Nearside Front tyre has side wall damage [advise new tyre]

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 VRF is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SK62 VRF, 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 VRF registered?

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

Is SK62 VRF safe to buy?

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