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SP62 NVX

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,212 mi
Last recorded92,212 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 NVX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 92,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush has slight splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush has slight splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has slight cracking on outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general surface corrosion in front and rear suspension components and underside of vehicle

Pass 18 Sep 2024 87,853 miles

general surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components and underside of vehicle

Fail 17 Sep 2024 87,853 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

general surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components and underside of vehicle

Pass 19 Sep 2023 83,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rigid pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

general corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 5 Sep 2022 80,106 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 69,270 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 64,351 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 61,519 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 57,084 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 51,615 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 47,119 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 41,815 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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SP62 NVX is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SP62 NVX, 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 SP62 NVX registered?

SP62 NVX is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is SP62 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP62 NVX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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