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W7 GEA

2012 Mazda 3

White Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,641 mi
Last recorded32,641 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW7 GEA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 32,641 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 30,991 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 29,453 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 29,453 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror missing Rear view (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2022 27,481 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,197 miles

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,200 miles

Both rear tyres cracking between tread

Offside front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 20 Sep 2019 21,933 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside, between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 18,290 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 14,321 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 27 Nov 2015 10,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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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W7 GEA is a 2012 Mazda 3 in White with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W7 GEA, 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 W7 GEA registered?

W7 GEA is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is W7 GEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W7 GEA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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