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DG62 VVL

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,144 mi
Last recorded93,144 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 VVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2024 93,144 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 89,969 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 86,247 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 83,314 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 80,132 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre's worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 76,795 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 65,489 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 51,951 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 41,601 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 32,382 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

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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DG62 VVL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DG62 VVL, 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 DG62 VVL registered?

DG62 VVL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is DG62 VVL safe to buy?

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