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WP61 HMV

2012 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,766 mi
Last recorded88,766 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 HMV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 88,766 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 83,648 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 83,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 77,220 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play slight play in drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 70,116 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play slight play in drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,960 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 59,194 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 55,685 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 50,362 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 45,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low wearing more on inner most edge close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 39,780 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 32,995 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 25,591 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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WP61 HMV is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Grey 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 WP61 HMV, 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 WP61 HMV registered?

WP61 HMV is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is WP61 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 HMV 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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