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GU12 TZD

2012 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 105,872 miles on the clock, averaging 6,104 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for GU12 TZD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
105,872
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,104

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,872 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,961
Average per year6,104
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU12 TZD 39k56k73k89k106k '15'26'20

Check GU12 TZD

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,961 miles
PASS
Mileage101,911 miles
Since last MOT+4,671 miles
PASS
Mileage97,240 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage90,741 miles
Since last MOT+6,306 miles
PASS
Mileage84,435 miles
Since last MOT+4,314 miles
PASS
Mileage80,121 miles
Since last MOT+5,154 miles
PASS
Mileage74,967 miles
Since last MOT+6,250 miles
PASS
Mileage68,717 miles
Since last MOT+14,478 miles
PASS
Mileage54,239 miles
Since last MOT+14,816 miles
PASS
Mileage39,423 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mazda 3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2009–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger (oil supply failure)

Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 TZD
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About GU12 TZD

What car is GU12 TZD?

GU12 TZD is a grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GU12 TZD?

The last recorded mileage for GU12 TZD was 105,872 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU12 TZD passed its MOT?

GU12 TZD has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.

Is GU12 TZD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 TZD 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 GU12 TZD?

GU12 TZD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.