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LR12 UVT

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,819 mi
Last recorded40,819 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 UVT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 40,819 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 38,886 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 38,886 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 36,555 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 35,061 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 33,058 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 30,201 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 27,826 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 25,314 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 22,997 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 19,776 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 16,452 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 12,305 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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LR12 UVT is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 LR12 UVT, 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

How do I check the history of LR12 UVT?

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What year was LR12 UVT registered?

LR12 UVT is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LR12 UVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 UVT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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