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WP61 HMG

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,781 mi
Last recorded115,781 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 HMG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 115,781 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 115,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 111,423 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 105,031 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pads getting low

Nearside Front wheel arch liner is damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamp beam patterns poor

front exhaust heat sheild is damaged

Fail 14 Jan 2019 105,031 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 195/65r15 91v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 195/65 r15 91v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front brake pads getting low

Nearside Front wheel arch liner is damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamp beam patterns poor

front exhaust heat sheild is damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2018 70,868 miles

Offside Rear antiroll drop link has slight play

large crack in the n/s windscreen

oil leak from engine

Pass 31 Jan 2017 32,001 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 29,843 miles

nsf wiper poor condition

Pass 2 Feb 2015 20,440 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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WP61 HMG is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WP61 HMG, 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 WP61 HMG registered?

WP61 HMG is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 February 2012.

Is WP61 HMG safe to buy?

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