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DU12 XJK

2012 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,141 mi
Last recorded79,141 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 XJK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 79,141 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 76,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 73,300 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 69,322 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 64,497 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 25 Feb 2021 58,210 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 56,129 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 48,847 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 41,770 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 35,150 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 35,150 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 29,172 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 22,238 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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DU12 XJK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DU12 XJK, 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 DU12 XJK registered?

DU12 XJK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is DU12 XJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU12 XJK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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