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GU12 TZP

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,863 mi
Last recorded81,863 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 TZP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2023 81,863 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 71,133 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Feb 2021 63,011 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 62,049 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 52,250 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 43,024 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 39,204 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 33,700 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 27,075 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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GU12 TZP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 TZP, 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 TZP registered?

GU12 TZP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is GU12 TZP safe to buy?

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