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HK61 DUU

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,733 mi
Last recorded53,733 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK61 DUU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 53,733 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 53,077 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 52,145 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 50,541 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 49,663 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 48,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 47,351 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 44,596 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 40,769 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 34,527 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 28,816 miles

Front wipers split

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 19,022 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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HK61 DUU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black 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 HK61 DUU, 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 HK61 DUU registered?

HK61 DUU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is HK61 DUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK61 DUU 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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