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FG12 SHX

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,139 mi
Last recorded45,139 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 SHX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 45,139 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components rods arms sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 43,980 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Arms + subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 42,796 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 40,771 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 38,985 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 38,985 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 37,655 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 36,430 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 34,004 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 31,190 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,590 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 21,456 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 16,409 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 SHX is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver 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 FG12 SHX, 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 SHX registered?

FG12 SHX is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is FG12 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 SHX 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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