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LP61 LNK

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,672 mi
Last recorded74,672 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 LNK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 74,672 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 74,672 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2024 71,998 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,715 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 65,645 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 59,157 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 59,157 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 54,548 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 51,485 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 51,476 miles

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

Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 35,566 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 29,055 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 25,972 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 21,468 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 16,120 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 6,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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LP61 LNK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LP61 LNK, 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 LP61 LNK registered?

LP61 LNK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is LP61 LNK safe to buy?

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