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YD12 FOF

2012 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,433 mi
Last recorded17,433 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 FOF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 17,433 miles

Both headlamp lens showing first signs of clouding over

Pass 3 Feb 2025 16,465 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 15,390 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 14,590 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 13,679 miles

Nearside Front Lower permit in swept area

Pass 10 Feb 2021 12,916 miles

Nearside Front Lower parking permit in swept area

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 12,192 miles

Nearside Front Lower PARKING PERMIT in swept area

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged DAMAGED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged DAMAGED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Feb 2019 10,413 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 8,585 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Front both tyres have side wall damage on outer

all four tyres cracking in tread

Pass 30 Jan 2017 6,956 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 5,620 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 4,314 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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YD12 FOF 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 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 YD12 FOF, 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 YD12 FOF registered?

YD12 FOF is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is YD12 FOF safe to buy?

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