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WG62 EGC

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,607 mi
Last recorded64,607 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG62 EGC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 64,607 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 64,597 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 61,580 miles

Rear brake pads 70% worn

Pass 3 Jan 2024 58,124 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 58,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Through excessive deterioration (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Through excessive deterioration (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2023 54,898 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks on the inside edge on both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 51,700 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 48,866 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 45,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 41,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 36,729 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 32,021 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 26,872 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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WG62 EGC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG62 EGC, 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 WG62 EGC registered?

WG62 EGC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 December 2012.

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