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FT12 RXZ

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,223 mi
Last recorded165,223 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 RXZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 165,223 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 149,982 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 137,932 miles

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

Offside Front FOGLIGHT

Pass 2 Aug 2023 126,058 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 126,024 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

front and rear subframe covered in underseal

Pass 29 Jul 2022 112,589 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 99,093 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 99,093 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 88,851 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2019 75,912 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 63,789 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 50,796 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 41,681 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 33,461 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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FT12 RXZ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FT12 RXZ, 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 FT12 RXZ registered?

FT12 RXZ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is FT12 RXZ safe to buy?

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