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HK12 AZD

2012 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,299 mi
Last recorded112,299 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 AZD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 112,299 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 112,299 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 100,099 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 100,077 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 87,958 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 87,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 74,588 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 74,588 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 65,602 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 May 2018 55,943 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 55,941 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 48,228 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 37,039 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,943 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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HK12 AZD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HK12 AZD, 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 HK12 AZD registered?

HK12 AZD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is HK12 AZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 AZD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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