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YD12 XNC

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,441 mi
Last recorded127,441 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 XNC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 127,441 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms and components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 117,291 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONT HEADLAMPS (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms corroded/ bushes perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

chassis, suspension components corroded

steering rack has a slight leak

Pass 4 Apr 2024 108,999 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four flexys .2 front and 2 rear corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened BOTH DROP LINKS AT BOTTOM (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 100,735 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion underneath

covers fitted obstructing view

Fail 26 Mar 2023 100,735 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion underneath

covers fitted obstructing view

Pass 19 Mar 2022 94,174 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 94,174 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 87,854 miles

Front Wipers Slightly Smearing

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2021 87,854 miles

Front Wipers Slightly Smearing

Headlamp aim too high Both Fronts (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 84,006 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 84,006 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn + dust cover damage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 76,868 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 70,067 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 70,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 63,134 miles

Offside Front tyre scrubbed inner edge

Fail 22 Feb 2017 63,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre scrubbed inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,800 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 39,346 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 XNC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNC, 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.

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YD12 XNC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 March 2012.

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