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LG12 RVY

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,750 mi
Last recorded107,750 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 RVY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 107,750 miles

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

fuel filler neck corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2026 107,748 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

all brake discs corroded

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2025 102,493 miles

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

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

brake discs corroded all round

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Apr 2024 94,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits in tread and stepping (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

filler neck corroded

rear frame rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2023 83,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Mar 2022 73,204 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Mar 2021 63,963 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 59,104 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and o/s rear (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Apr 2019 46,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,550 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Cut in Nearside rear tyre (no cords)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Sump corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2018 35,550 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Cut in Nearside rear tyre (no cords)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Sump corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2017 29,150 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 22,762 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 18,587 miles

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

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 RVY is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG12 RVY, 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 RVY registered?

LG12 RVY is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is LG12 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 RVY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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