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KV12 ZUD

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,425 mi
Last recorded96,425 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 ZUD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 96,425 miles

Offside Front door mirror housing missing

Fail 8 Apr 2026 96,422 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 92,796 miles

Rear under surface rust

Pass 11 Mar 2024 90,429 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 87,444 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 85,221 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 82,906 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 78,637 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 73,758 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 68,962 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 55,619 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 42,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,894 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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KV12 ZUD is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel 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 KV12 ZUD, 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 KV12 ZUD registered?

KV12 ZUD is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is KV12 ZUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 ZUD 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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