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GF61 KYC

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,851 mi
Last recorded116,851 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 KYC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 116,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 110,744 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 100,582 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 100,428 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 91,534 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 80,210 miles

Offside Rear tyre has screw in tread

Pass 21 May 2018 71,220 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 21 May 2018 71,220 miles

rear tyres cracking

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 61,353 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 49,869 miles

front pads very low

Fail 25 May 2016 49,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front pads very low

Pass 3 Jun 2015 32,411 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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GF61 KYC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF61 KYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF61 KYC registered?

GF61 KYC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is GF61 KYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 KYC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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