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A17 AVJ

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,842 mi
Last recorded39,842 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 AVJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 39,842 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 38,825 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 37,882 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 36,814 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 35,370 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 34,571 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 32,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 29,766 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 28,380 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 25,654 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 23,198 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 16,630 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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A17 AVJ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 A17 AVJ, 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 A17 AVJ registered?

A17 AVJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is A17 AVJ safe to buy?

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