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MF12 EDL

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,848 mi
Last recorded93,848 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 EDL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 93,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked/aged in tread

Offside Rear Tyre cracked/aged in tread

Pass 2 Oct 2020 84,030 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 73,398 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 73,386 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,618 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 31,143 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,310 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,311 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 22,311 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 17,538 miles

Offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

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 EDL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF12 EDL, 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 EDL registered?

MF12 EDL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is MF12 EDL safe to buy?

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