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FT61 XMD

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,687 mi
Last recorded82,687 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 XMD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 82,687 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 80,224 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 77,764 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 75,241 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 71,467 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres, close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 67,201 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 62,212 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 56,432 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 49,079 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 41,551 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,579 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 27,163 miles

NSR tyre cracked inbetween tread

OSR tyre cracked inbetween tread

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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FT61 XMD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FT61 XMD, 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 FT61 XMD registered?

FT61 XMD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is FT61 XMD safe to buy?

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