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SW61 HCN

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,557 mi
Last recorded109,557 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 HCN
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 109,557 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 109,557 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 98,621 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 98,621 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps o/s/r and n/s/r (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 87,248 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2022 87,248 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 80,239 miles

Brake drum worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 73,866 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2020 73,866 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 67,198 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,644 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 60,629 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s and n/s/f (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 53,864 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 44,493 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 28,704 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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SW61 HCN 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 66.7%.

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 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 SW61 HCN, 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.

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What year was SW61 HCN registered?

SW61 HCN is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is SW61 HCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 HCN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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