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GU12 JFF

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,596 mi
Last recorded89,596 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 JFF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 89,596 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 6 Sep 2024 86,871 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 84,235 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 80,384 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 76,946 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 73,236 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 63,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 54,667 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 47,190 miles

DPF Warning light on

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,415 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 30,317 miles

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

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)

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

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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GU12 JFF is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 GU12 JFF, 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 GU12 JFF registered?

GU12 JFF is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is GU12 JFF safe to buy?

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