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BK12 VKS

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,172 mi
Last recorded110,172 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VKS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 110,172 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 99,616 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump heavily corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 91,693 miles

Front sub-frame and suspension arms corroded

General underbody and underbody component corrosion

Rear sub-frame and suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2022 82,170 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre slightly misshapen

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

Slight misting on both rear brake calipers around handbrake pivots

Pass 30 Jul 2021 76,858 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 72,879 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 62,282 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2018 48,353 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 44,720 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Apr 2017 33,280 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 22,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 11,920 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VKS is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VKS, 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 BK12 VKS registered?

BK12 VKS is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 April 2012.

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