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HK12 FLB

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,480 mi
Last recorded68,480 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 FLB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2019 68,480 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 60,287 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 53,376 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 50,348 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (n/s/r tyre has slight cut on inner side wall-not thro to cords) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 42,048 miles

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

n/s rear tyre appears low on pressure.

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 FLB is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 HK12 FLB, 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 HK12 FLB registered?

HK12 FLB is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is HK12 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 FLB shows 5 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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