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FM12 HLR

2012 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,356 mi
Last recorded167,356 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 HLR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 167,356 miles

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

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set at No.1 ()

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split on end (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. Significant in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2026 167,169 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Fog lights not working

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (wishbones) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set at No.1 ()

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split on end (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield fully detached. (placed in vehicle)

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. Significant in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 154,551 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 154,551 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 141,567 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 141,563 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 128,225 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 117,018 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage on outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 106,525 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 90,145 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 70,268 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front tyres inner edges wearing

Fail 28 Feb 2019 70,268 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front tyres inner edges wearing

Pass 24 Feb 2018 52,341 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 52,341 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 35,268 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 23,323 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 23,323 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,702 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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FM12 HLR is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM12 HLR, 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 FM12 HLR registered?

FM12 HLR is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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