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VN12 KKA

2012 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,758 mi
Last recorded123,758 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 KKA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 123,758 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 117,952 miles

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, INSECURE.

O/S DOOR MIRROR, CASING, DAMAGED.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING BADLY, INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear OUTER LAMP LENS, DAMAGED.

Fail 23 Oct 2023 117,950 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle BRAKE EFFORT, REDUCED. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working BAD CONNECTION. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper insecure SHARP EDGES, EXPOSED. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED. (4.1.2 (a))

O/S DOOR MIRROR, CASING, DAMAGED.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING BADLY, INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear OUTER LAMP LENS, DAMAGED.

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, INSECURE.

Pass 20 Oct 2022 106,812 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 106,810 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 100,187 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 91,726 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 84,048 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 76,834 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 64,250 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 50,844 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 37,128 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 KKA 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 83.3%.

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 KKA, 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 KKA registered?

VN12 KKA is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is VN12 KKA safe to buy?

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