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KE12 KTK

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,799 mi
Last recorded122,799 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE12 KTK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 122,799 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 115,354 miles

Corrosion to underside

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 105,014 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 98,332 miles

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 98,332 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 93,488 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 93,468 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 87,126 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 77,861 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 64,286 miles

Front nearside and offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Front nearside and offside tyre balding

Pass 25 Apr 2016 49,420 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 35,709 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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KE12 KTK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KE12 KTK, 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 KE12 KTK registered?

KE12 KTK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 16 August 2012.

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