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LG12 KPF

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,060 mi
Last recorded23,060 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 KPF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 23,060 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 22,120 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective fogin up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 21,099 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 19,946 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 19,946 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both headlights have residue on outer surface ( polished off ) (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 18,782 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 17,508 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 16,277 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 14,493 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 12,578 miles

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

n s r wiper split

Pass 9 Feb 2017 10,448 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 8,728 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 6,783 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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LG12 KPF is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey 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 LG12 KPF, 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 LG12 KPF registered?

LG12 KPF is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is LG12 KPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 KPF 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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