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KR61 DLK

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,373 mi
Last recorded121,373 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR61 DLK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 121,373 miles

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

Vehicle has underbody corrosion

Fail 24 May 2025 121,373 miles

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

Vehicle has underbody corrosion

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 119,580 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 105,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 97,769 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 92,559 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 89,699 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 83,469 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake fluid discoloured

Pass 29 Jan 2018 75,685 miles

clutch pedal stiff

Pass 10 Feb 2017 66,186 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 53,767 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 42,474 miles

emissions to clean

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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KR61 DLK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver 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 KR61 DLK, 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.

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What year was KR61 DLK registered?

KR61 DLK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 February 2012.

Is KR61 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR61 DLK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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