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KU12 MWL

2012 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 177,064 miles on the clock, averaging 12,563 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 KU12 MWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
177,064
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2016
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,563

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,064 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,473
Average per year12,563
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KU12 MWL 92k113k135k156k177k '16'22'19

Check KU12 MWL

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,064 miles
Since last MOT+9,473 miles
PASS
Mileage167,591 miles
Since last MOT+4,199 miles
PASS
Mileage163,392 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,392 miles
Since last MOT+16,624 miles
PASS
Mileage146,768 miles
Since last MOT+9,996 miles
PASS
Mileage136,772 miles
Since last MOT+8,201 miles
PASS
Mileage128,571 miles
Since last MOT+14,765 miles
PASS
Mileage113,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,806 miles
Since last MOT+21,740 miles
PASS
Mileage92,066 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

RegistrationKU12 MWL
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKU — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KU12 MWL

What car is KU12 MWL?

KU12 MWL is a red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KU12 MWL?

The last recorded mileage for KU12 MWL was 177,064 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KU12 MWL passed its MOT?

KU12 MWL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2022.

Is KU12 MWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KU12 MWL 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 KU12 MWL?

KU12 MWL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.