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SM12 WLH

2012 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 108,223 miles on the clock, averaging 7,955 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for SM12 WLH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,223
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,955

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,223 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,955
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM12 WLH 23k45k66k87k108k '15'26'22

Check SM12 WLH

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,223 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,222 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage103,392 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,364 miles
Since last MOT+8,382 miles
PASS
Mileage94,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,982 miles
Since last MOT+6,604 miles
PASS
Mileage88,378 miles
Since last MOT+8,756 miles
PASS
Mileage79,622 miles
Since last MOT+8,614 miles
PASS
Mileage71,008 miles
Since last MOT+10,743 miles
PASS
Mileage60,265 miles
Since last MOT+6,739 miles
PASS
Mileage53,526 miles
Since last MOT+11,211 miles
PASS
Mileage42,315 miles
Since last MOT+12,868 miles
PASS
Mileage29,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,447 miles
Since last MOT+5,949 miles
PASS
Mileage23,498 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

RegistrationSM12 WLH
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SM12 WLH

What car is SM12 WLH?

SM12 WLH is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SM12 WLH?

The last recorded mileage for SM12 WLH was 108,223 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM12 WLH passed its MOT?

SM12 WLH has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.

Is SM12 WLH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 WLH 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 SM12 WLH?

SM12 WLH is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.