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SY12 SVL

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,199 mi
Last recorded69,199 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 SVL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2025 69,199 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 62,850 miles

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

some light under body corrosion

Pass 21 Feb 2022 60,600 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 60,429 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 54,027 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 47,325 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 39,047 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 26,380 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 19,448 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 15,424 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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SY12 SVL is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SY12 SVL, 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 SY12 SVL registered?

SY12 SVL is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is SY12 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 SVL shows 10 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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