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SV12 CVU

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,556 mi
Last recorded95,556 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 CVU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 95,556 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 91,044 miles

windscreen damage less than 10mm in zone A

Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,565 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

engine sump very rusty

surface corrosion to all4 brake discs

windscreen damage on 10mm in zone A

Pass 6 Jul 2018 71,737 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

bracket broken on offside registration plate lamp

wire retainer missing from offside front brake caliper

Pass 7 Jul 2017 52,915 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,582 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 28,749 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s wiper slightly torn

Fail 29 Jun 2015 28,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside wiper blade torn slightly

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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SV12 CVU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SV12 CVU, 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 SV12 CVU registered?

SV12 CVU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is SV12 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV12 CVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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