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FG12 LYP

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,430 mi
Last recorded98,430 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 LYP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 98,430 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 93,006 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 88,903 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 88,712 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 82,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 77,145 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 77,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner tread/sidewall advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 71,154 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 66,823 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 66,821 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2019 61,209 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 54,105 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 54,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 48,380 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,500 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 30,412 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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FG12 LYP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG12 LYP, 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 FG12 LYP registered?

FG12 LYP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is FG12 LYP safe to buy?

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