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SK12 YPW

2012 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,406 mi
Last recorded31,406 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 YPW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2026 31,406 miles

Front tyres cracked at tread area

Pass 4 Feb 2025 27,778 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 24,783 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 22,162 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 20,847 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 17,012 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade torn

Nearside Rear Tyre has slight cracking at tread/wall

Pass 10 Feb 2020 14,956 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 11,109 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 8,363 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 5,868 miles

Offside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 4,712 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 3,678 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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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SK12 YPW is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SK12 YPW, 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 SK12 YPW registered?

SK12 YPW is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is SK12 YPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 YPW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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