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BF12 DYB

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,642 mi
Last recorded127,642 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 DYB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 127,642 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both void of inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 121,032 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 116,221 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 113,453 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 106,725 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 106,707 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 103,580 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 98,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn low on the inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front tyre worn low on the outer tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 86,538 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 73,702 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

power steering fluid level slightly low

undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

Pass 6 Sep 2016 58,735 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 45,182 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BF12 DYB is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF12 DYB, 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 BF12 DYB registered?

BF12 DYB is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 March 2012.

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The MOT history for BF12 DYB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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