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SM62 EAA

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,979 mi
Last recorded20,979 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 EAA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 20,979 miles

underside painted

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 19,765 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underside painted ,

Pass 23 Nov 2023 18,891 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 16,437 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 15,018 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 13,379 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 12,158 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 9,935 miles

all 4 tyres starting to 'crack' on tread ( not deep enough to reach cords or ply

Pass 27 Nov 2017 8,294 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 6,536 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 4,954 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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SM62 EAA is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White 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 SM62 EAA, 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 SM62 EAA registered?

SM62 EAA is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SM62 EAA safe to buy?

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