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CE12 XJB

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,752 mi
Last recorded99,752 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 XJB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 99,752 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 96,070 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 91,372 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 87,285 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 83,064 miles

both rear tyres uneven tread wear

Pass 27 Aug 2020 78,048 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 73,722 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 67,529 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 62,665 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 54,594 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 46,252 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 29,142 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 29,142 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CE12 XJB is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CE12 XJB, 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 CE12 XJB registered?

CE12 XJB is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 May 2012.

Is CE12 XJB safe to buy?

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