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BK12 FWU

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,909 mi
Last recorded117,909 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 FWU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 117,909 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (inner friction surface partially corroded, both front discs) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 107,996 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 98,977 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 83,178 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 65,560 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 64,483 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 62,401 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 58,197 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 49,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 40,757 miles

I stop warning flashing on dash

Pass 18 Mar 2016 31,964 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 31,964 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (3.5.1g)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ? (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,354 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 24,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 FWU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol 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 FWU, 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

How do I check the history of BK12 FWU?

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What year was BK12 FWU registered?

BK12 FWU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is BK12 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 FWU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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