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MM12 NVG

2012 Mazda 3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,702 mi
Last recorded106,702 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM12 NVG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 106,702 miles

Front and rear sub frames corroded but not seriously weakened

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205/55r17 ()

Pass 5 Dec 2024 92,741 miles

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 86,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear ligth lens damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2022 82,693 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 82,693 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Both rear (5.2.3 (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 79,931 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 76,832 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 76,832 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 69,512 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 64,550 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 60,077 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 60,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 55,771 miles

Exhaust emissions not detected

Pass 21 Jul 2015 42,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge

no emissions detected on test

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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MM12 NVG is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MM12 NVG, 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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MM12 NVG is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 August 2012.

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