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SL62 WTU

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,789 mi
Last recorded103,789 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 WTU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 103,789 miles

DPF warning light on dash.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished due to under-inflation. 205/50/17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sets of rear pads are beginning to wear thin. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear bumper damaged.

Pass 23 Dec 2022 95,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

dpf light flashing

nsr bumper damaged

nsr light unit cracked

nsr sil damage

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2022 95,927 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nsr sil damage

undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

dpf light flashing

nsr bumper damaged

nsr light unit cracked

Pass 11 Dec 2021 87,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear light lense cracked

Nearside Rear number plate light insecure

dpf light flashing

under trays fitted

various rear suspension components corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2021 87,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel insecure side skirt (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear light lense cracked

Nearside Rear number plate light insecure

dpf light flashing

under trays fitted

various rear suspension components corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2020 78,033 miles

Nearside Rear body work and light damaged

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

Fail 23 Dec 2020 78,033 miles

Nearside Rear body work and light damaged

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 72,763 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2019 72,763 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 67,949 miles

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

nearside rear light unit damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2017 51,157 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Nearside rear tyre unevenly worn

Rear number plate slightly insecure

Fail 31 Oct 2017 51,157 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Nearside rear tyre unevenly worn

Rear number plate slightly insecure

Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,723 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 31,422 miles

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

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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SL62 WTU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SL62 WTU, 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 SL62 WTU registered?

SL62 WTU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is SL62 WTU safe to buy?

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