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AV12 FKW

2012 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,668 mi
Last recorded86,668 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 FKW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 86,668 miles

Light surface corrosion to various steering/suspension components. Front & rear, including suspension arms & subframes but not enough to weaken any structures or body mountings

Pass 11 Dec 2024 83,538 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 80,446 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 77,206 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 77,206 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 73,605 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 70,074 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 65,683 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 61,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 50,675 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 42,474 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 31,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 25,933 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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AV12 FKW is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV12 FKW, 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 AV12 FKW registered?

AV12 FKW is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 FKW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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