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131,265 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Position lamp not working Front both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Rear both sides (4.7.2 (a))
Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Front both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50R17 Tyre heavily worn inner edge (BALD), cut marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Covers and Shields fitted
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc appears to be over heated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad wearing thin/ braking apart (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 Tyre heavily worn on inner edge (BALD) + Cracking and perishing, advised to replace (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both sides (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Under vehicle surface corrosion
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Covers + Shields Fitted
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre Marked with Yellow Chalk ()
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
Covers and Shields fitted
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre 205/50R17 Nail in tyre outer edge, not repairable ()
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Covers and Shields fitted
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre 205/50R17 Nail in tyre outer edge, not repairable ()
Underseal applied under vehicle
Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near side rear,off side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near side rear,off side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
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YK12 VMJ is a 2012 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 YK12 VMJ, 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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YK12 VMJ is a 2012 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 March 2012.
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