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MF12 DZX

2012 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,738 mi
Last recorded121,738 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 DZX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 121,738 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 119,170 miles

Front both brake pads low

Pass 25 Feb 2020 101,643 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 83,958 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 83,958 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 70,914 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 53,303 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 38,895 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,389 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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MF12 DZX is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MF12 DZX, 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 MF12 DZX registered?

MF12 DZX is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is MF12 DZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 DZX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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