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YJ61 VEM

2012 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

200,509 mi
Last recorded200,509 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 361,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 VEM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 200,509 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 191,333 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front + rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 191,332 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front + rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 183,723 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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YJ61 VEM is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ61 VEM, 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.

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What year was YJ61 VEM registered?

YJ61 VEM is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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