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BN62 TWK

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,513 mi
Last recorded51,513 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 TWK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 51,513 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 45,219 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 43,654 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 41,737 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 39,299 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 37,263 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 37,263 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 34,661 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 31,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 26,936 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 22,648 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,205 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 17,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BN62 TWK 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 BN62 TWK, 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 BN62 TWK registered?

BN62 TWK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is BN62 TWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 TWK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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