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IFZ 1877

2012 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,306 mi
Last recorded78,306 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 1877
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 78,306 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 78,306 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 74,737 miles

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 74,736 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 71,059 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 66,744 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres in tread patterns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2022 62,679 miles

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 57,776 miles

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 53,229 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 48,278 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 44,704 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 33,997 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 25,013 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 15,479 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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IFZ 1877 is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 IFZ 1877, 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 IFZ 1877 registered?

IFZ 1877 is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is IFZ 1877 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 1877 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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