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FN12 GXP

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,462 mi
Last recorded111,462 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 GXP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 111,462 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 111,462 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 108,858 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 105,338 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 100,968 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 98,421 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 98,421 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 95,918 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 92,979 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 81,303 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 69,993 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 58,796 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 45,578 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 35,257 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 35,257 miles

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

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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FN12 GXP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN12 GXP, 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 FN12 GXP registered?

FN12 GXP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is FN12 GXP safe to buy?

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