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DV12 KMJ

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,731 mi
Last recorded75,731 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 KMJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 75,731 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 70,363 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 64,783 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 64,783 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 61,397 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 53,239 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 45,048 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 41,509 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 36,977 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,412 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 31,735 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 29,096 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 26,404 miles

advise all tyre treads low

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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DV12 KMJ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 DV12 KMJ, 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 DV12 KMJ registered?

DV12 KMJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is DV12 KMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 KMJ 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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