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DF61 PXD

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,123 mi
Last recorded72,123 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 PXD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 72,123 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 70,844 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 70,843 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Oil overfilled causing excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 69,456 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2022 68,286 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 66,900 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 66,846 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 65,475 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Jan 2019 63,687 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2018 60,980 miles

item removed from drivers view

Pass 23 Jan 2017 57,381 miles

items removed from drivers view

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2016 52,122 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 44,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 44,727 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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DF61 PXD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 2,183cc diesel 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 DF61 PXD, 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 DF61 PXD registered?

DF61 PXD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is DF61 PXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF61 PXD 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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