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BK12 FPF

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,070 mi
Last recorded101,070 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 FPF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 101,070 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 101,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 93,556 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 85,788 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 68,553 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 64,959 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 58,359 miles

steering wheel cover fitted

undershields fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2021 58,359 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

steering wheel cover fitted

undershields fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2020 50,392 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 41,596 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 34,017 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 25,691 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 23,055 miles

under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 26 Mar 2015 17,244 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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BK12 FPF is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK12 FPF, 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 BK12 FPF registered?

BK12 FPF is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BK12 FPF safe to buy?

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