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AV12 KPJ

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

124,227 mi
Last recorded124,227 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 KPJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 124,227 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 124,227 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 115,594 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 105,214 miles

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

both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

Pass 9 Oct 2020 97,976 miles

dpf light flashing but no eml light on

Fail 9 Oct 2020 97,976 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

dpf light flashing but no eml light on

Pass 22 Oct 2019 90,656 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 90,648 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2018 75,178 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 71,633 miles

Rear both rear tyres are cracked & perished

Fail 28 Apr 2018 71,608 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear both rear tyres are cracked & perished

Pass 29 Apr 2017 64,483 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 58,180 miles

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 18 May 2016 58,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Oct 2015 54,364 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 49,771 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 KPJ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPJ, 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 KPJ registered?

AV12 KPJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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