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LO12 UPK

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,719 mi
Last recorded147,719 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 UPK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 147,719 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 135,200 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2023 134,798 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 111,278 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 99,392 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 88,686 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 77,092 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 66,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Jul 2015 66,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LO12 UPK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LO12 UPK, 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 LO12 UPK registered?

LO12 UPK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is LO12 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 UPK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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