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SP12 MJU

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,990 mi
Last recorded51,990 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 MJU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 51,990 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Underside of vehicle, body and components presenting with considerable advancing corrosion

Pass 5 Feb 2025 49,613 miles

Underside of vehicle, body and components presenting with advancing corrosion

Pass 31 Jan 2024 47,242 miles

Underside of vehicle, body and components presenting with advancing corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2023 44,805 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 49% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 42,381 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 41,207 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

plastic covers over sills

Pass 15 Jan 2020 40,723 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 37,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 33,666 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 28,761 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 24,115 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 20,372 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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SP12 MJU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White 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 SP12 MJU, 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 SP12 MJU registered?

SP12 MJU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is SP12 MJU safe to buy?

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