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FL61 YVF

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,502 mi
Last recorded103,502 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 YVF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 103,502 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2025 103,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 93,334 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 93,113 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 83,956 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 76,079 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 62,202 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 55,879 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 49,606 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,412 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre starting to crack

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,252 miles

adjusted internal headlamp switch to recheck aim

front wiper blades split

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2015 36,558 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 35,990 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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FL61 YVF is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FL61 YVF, 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 FL61 YVF registered?

FL61 YVF is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is FL61 YVF safe to buy?

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