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LL61 PHX

2012 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,419 mi
Last recorded127,419 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL61 PHX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 127,419 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 112,137 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

suspension components corroded

underside of car has heavy surface corrosion

Pass 20 May 2022 99,509 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 95,616 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 92,025 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 85,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jul 2018 77,079 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 69,309 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 59,511 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 51,768 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 43,088 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 43,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LL61 PHX is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc 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 LL61 PHX, 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 LL61 PHX registered?

LL61 PHX is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is LL61 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL61 PHX 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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