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PN12 TLV

2012 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

White Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourWhite
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 98,706 miles on the clock, averaging 5,740 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 PN12 TLV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,706
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
93%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,740

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,706 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,026
Average per year5,740
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PN12 TLV 36k52k67k83k99k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,706 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage94,680 miles
Since last MOT+3,056 miles
PASS
Mileage91,624 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
PASS
Mileage88,009 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage84,431 miles
Since last MOT+3,320 miles
PASS
Mileage81,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,111 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage78,522 miles
Since last MOT+4,482 miles
PASS
Mileage74,040 miles
Since last MOT+7,622 miles
PASS
Mileage66,418 miles
Since last MOT+8,026 miles
PASS
Mileage58,392 miles
Since last MOT+10,915 miles
PASS
Mileage47,477 miles
Since last MOT+11,119 miles
PASS
Mileage36,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage36,358 miles
Since last MOT+534 miles
PASS
Mileage35,824 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

RegistrationPN12 TLV
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePN — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PN12 TLV

What car is PN12 TLV?

PN12 TLV is a white Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PN12 TLV?

The last recorded mileage for PN12 TLV was 98,706 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PN12 TLV passed its MOT?

PN12 TLV has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Feb 2026.

Is PN12 TLV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN12 TLV 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 PN12 TLV?

PN12 TLV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.