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YK62 LTJ

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,498 mi
Last recorded105,498 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 LTJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 105,498 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 101,010 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 93,996 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 83,070 miles

underbody surface rust

Pass 6 Nov 2021 73,483 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 67,223 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 47,586 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 47,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 43,550 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2017 40,285 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 37,617 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 35,684 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 35,684 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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YK62 LTJ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White 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 YK62 LTJ, 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 YK62 LTJ registered?

YK62 LTJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is YK62 LTJ safe to buy?

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