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KP12 GVU

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,736 mi
Last recorded86,736 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 GVU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 86,736 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various steering and suspension components heavily rusted on underside of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rusty

nearside front door and wing mirror damaged

Fail 4 Feb 2026 86,726 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various steering and suspension components heavily rusted on underside of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rusty

nearside front door and wing mirror damaged

Pass 28 Jan 2025 82,189 miles

Corrosion starting to appear underneath

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Feb 2024 78,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 70,026 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 65,294 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 58,789 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 55,189 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,590 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 44,968 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 37,835 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 31,975 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 24,964 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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KP12 GVU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KP12 GVU, 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 KP12 GVU registered?

KP12 GVU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is KP12 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 GVU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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