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LG12 RVL

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,384 mi
Last recorded55,384 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 RVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2026 55,384 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 52,536 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 49,238 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 46,038 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 42,858 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 40,070 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 37,533 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 23 Feb 2019 34,675 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Feb 2018 31,564 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 28,162 miles

Offside Wiper poor

Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,734 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2015 19,181 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre starting to perish

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 RVL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RVL, 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 LG12 RVL registered?

LG12 RVL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LG12 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 RVL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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