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IFZ 3297

2012 Mazda 3 Sport

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,484 mi
Last recorded44,484 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 3297
MakeMazda
Model3 Sport
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 44,484 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 44,417 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 37,636 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2024 37,567 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 31,238 miles
Pass 29 May 2022 27,310 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 21,185 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 18,109 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 15,500 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 12,911 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3 Sport?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
6,438
Miles/Year
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Wheel nut(s) missing 5
Headlamp aim too low 4
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 2
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 2
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IFZ 3297 is a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IFZ 3297, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IFZ 3297 registered?

IFZ 3297 is a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is IFZ 3297 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 3297 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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