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LN12 OAS

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,350 mi
Last recorded55,350 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 OAS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 55,350 miles

All underbody and components covered with underseal

Rear discs pitted

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

Underbody covers and sill covers fitted

Fail 18 May 2026 55,350 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All underbody and components covered with underseal

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear discs pitted

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

Underbody covers and sill covers fitted

Pass 23 May 2025 51,941 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all under the body cover by underseal

fuel cap deteriorated

under trays and covers fitted

Fail 23 May 2025 51,941 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all underside components corroded

both sills, subframes corroded

fuel cap deteriorated

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2024 49,705 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both sides sills corroded

both subframes, all suspension arms and all underside components corroded

covers / under trays fitted

fuel cap sealing device deteriorated

Pass 10 May 2023 46,366 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 44,003 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 41,674 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 40,221 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 37,082 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 32,572 miles

Both front tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2017 26,509 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 21,276 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 15,681 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,237 miles

both rear tyres thin on edges outside 75% measured tread

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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LN12 OAS is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LN12 OAS, 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 LN12 OAS registered?

LN12 OAS is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LN12 OAS safe to buy?

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