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AP12 DJD

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,528 mi
Last recorded65,528 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DJD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 65,528 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 58,886 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 51,692 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 44,935 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 37,940 miles

All suspension parts covered in surface rust

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 37,916 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody suspension steering and brakes have slight surface rust

Pass 27 Mar 2019 37,899 miles

Central Rear seat belt took 2 to 3 pulls to lock ok at moment please check once again before use

Nearside Front door has some body damage

Fail 27 Mar 2019 37,899 miles

Central Rear seat belt took 2 to 3 pulls to lock ok at moment please check once again before use

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front door has some body damage

Pass 26 Jun 2017 32,835 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 27,177 miles

Under tray fitted, obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2015 20,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AP12 DJD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP12 DJD, 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 AP12 DJD registered?

AP12 DJD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is AP12 DJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 DJD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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