Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 210,285 miles on the clock, averaging 18,930 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for AO12 FPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO12 FPU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AO12 FPU
What car is AO12 FPU?
AO12 FPU is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Norwich in 2012.
What is the mileage of AO12 FPU?
The last recorded mileage for AO12 FPU was 210,285 miles, recorded on 22 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO12 FPU passed its MOT?
AO12 FPU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2024.
Is AO12 FPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO12 FPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO12 FPU?
AO12 FPU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.