MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,342 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s 195/65/15 91v bridgestone (4.1.E.1)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mazda 3?
Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.
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SW12 XLH 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 91.7%.
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 SW12 XLH, 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 SW12 XLH registered?
SW12 XLH is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 March 2012.
Is SW12 XLH safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW12 XLH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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