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VN12 BDV

2012 Mazda 3

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,688 mi
Last recorded54,688 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 BDV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 54,688 miles

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

Underneath of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 9 Jul 2025 51,173 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle underside has areas of surface corrosion.

Pass 1 May 2024 46,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 1 May 2024 46,862 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 4 May 2023 43,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 40,707 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 37,963 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 May 2020 35,905 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2019 32,491 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 May 2018 28,167 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 18,035 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 14,107 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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VN12 BDV is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Bronze with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VN12 BDV, 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 VN12 BDV registered?

VN12 BDV is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is VN12 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 BDV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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