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GL12 NKP

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,733 mi
Last recorded116,733 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 NKP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 116,733 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 109,397 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 102,152 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 102,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 88,571 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 77,965 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 66,576 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 57,542 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre outer shape

Fail 8 Jun 2020 57,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear tyre outer shape

Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,577 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 41,785 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 35,117 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 24,312 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 19,494 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 19,494 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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GL12 NKP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black 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 GL12 NKP, 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 GL12 NKP registered?

GL12 NKP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 August 2012.

Is GL12 NKP safe to buy?

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