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WP61 HNC

2012 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,444 mi
Last recorded33,444 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 HNC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 33,444 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 31,125 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 28,951 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 28,951 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 26,922 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 25,039 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 23,535 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 22,175 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 20,486 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 18,485 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 15,616 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 12,184 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 12,169 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 8,911 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to examine outter sills fully as covers fitted

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 HNC is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HNC, 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 HNC registered?

WP61 HNC is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is WP61 HNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 HNC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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