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YT12 LVU

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,788 mi
Last recorded92,788 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 LVU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2024 92,788 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 89,048 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 82,604 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 73,781 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 65,379 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 62,070 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 ()

Offside Rear light cluster damage

Pass 26 Mar 2018 57,352 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2x child seats fitted ()

Pass 13 Mar 2017 51,611 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 42,712 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 32,292 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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YT12 LVU is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YT12 LVU, 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 YT12 LVU registered?

YT12 LVU is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is YT12 LVU safe to buy?

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