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AU12 ZZW

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,699 mi
Last recorded107,699 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 ZZW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 107,699 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 105,265 miles

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 99,724 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 93,782 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 86,059 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear brake pads getting thin

slight play in nsr drop link

Pass 3 Mar 2021 77,382 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 73,594 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 61,475 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 50,429 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 41,849 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 32,890 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 23,442 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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AU12 ZZW is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel 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 AU12 ZZW, 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 AU12 ZZW registered?

AU12 ZZW is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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