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DF12 GXP

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,259 mi
Last recorded88,259 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 GXP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 88,259 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 88,259 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 86,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by the rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 86,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by the rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 78,230 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 69,508 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 69,508 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 59,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 49,960 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 35,004 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 31,844 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 27,805 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 23,094 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack gaiter (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 18,506 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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DF12 GXP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF12 GXP, 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 DF12 GXP registered?

DF12 GXP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DF12 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 GXP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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