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GY12 UJR

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

103,817 mi
Last recorded103,817 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 UJR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 103,817 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 102,271 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 95,189 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 89,399 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 89,399 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 83,588 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 77,823 miles

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front and rear subframe and rear arms corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2021 77,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front and rear subframe and rear arms corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2020 72,243 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 66,272 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 66,272 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 58,571 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 58,571 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 51,927 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 51,927 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 51,547 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 51,547 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 50,390 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 48,923 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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GY12 UJR is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GY12 UJR, 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 GY12 UJR registered?

GY12 UJR is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 May 2012.

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