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GY61 URP

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,666 mi
Last recorded51,666 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 URP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 51,666 miles

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

Rear suspension Corroded,

Pass 3 Mar 2025 43,965 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 39,594 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 36,744 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 31,623 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 28,712 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 26,721 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 21,587 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 15,904 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,984 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 9,440 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 7,152 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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GY61 URP is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GY61 URP, 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 GY61 URP registered?

GY61 URP is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is GY61 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 URP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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