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DU12 HTC

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

136,494 mi
Last recorded136,494 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 HTC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 136,494 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 129,190 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 129,190 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 121,743 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 121,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 109,994 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 109,994 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 101,512 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 93,070 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 84,788 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 84,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 65,861 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 65,861 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2017 63,159 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 60,233 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 60,233 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 57,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DU12 HTC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DU12 HTC, 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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What year was DU12 HTC registered?

DU12 HTC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is DU12 HTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU12 HTC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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