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FE12 KHK

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

997,891 mi
Last recorded997,891 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 KHK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 997,891 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 93,529 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 88,899 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 83,872 miles

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 22 Feb 2022 76,812 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 72,415 miles

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 14 Feb 2020 69,377 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 65,104 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 60,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 55,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (65%) (3.5.1g)

child seats fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 48,166 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2015 35,529 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 35,529 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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FE12 KHK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black 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 FE12 KHK, 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.

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What year was FE12 KHK registered?

FE12 KHK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FE12 KHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 KHK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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