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LM12 PVZ

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,985 mi
Last recorded94,985 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 PVZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 94,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 94,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2025 88,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 80,467 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 76,417 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 71,610 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 66,152 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread cut and along edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 62,951 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 58,330 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 51,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2017 45,031 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 37,764 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Pass 27 Apr 2015 31,497 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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LM12 PVZ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc 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 LM12 PVZ, 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 LM12 PVZ registered?

LM12 PVZ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is LM12 PVZ safe to buy?

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