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YG12 NSK

2012 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,886 mi
Last recorded31,886 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 NSK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 31,886 miles

underbody components showing signs of corrosion

Fail 8 Mar 2023 31,886 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

underbody components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Mar 2022 30,986 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

screen wash poor

Pass 1 Mar 2021 29,107 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 27,817 miles

All tyres are getting close to legal limit.

Front brake discs worn.

Front brake pads worn close to legal limit.

Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,495 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 22,534 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,112 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 17,360 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,185 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes

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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YG12 NSK is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YG12 NSK, 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 YG12 NSK registered?

YG12 NSK is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is YG12 NSK safe to buy?

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