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WP12 BYM

2012 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 163,697 miles on the clock, averaging 14,016 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 WP12 BYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
14,016

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,355
Average per year14,016
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP12 BYM 32k65k98k131k164k '15'24'19

Check WP12 BYM

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,697 miles
Since last MOT+12,355 miles
PASS
Mileage151,342 miles
Since last MOT+13,526 miles
PASS
Mileage137,816 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,816 miles
Since last MOT+12,162 miles
PASS
Mileage125,654 miles
Since last MOT+12,011 miles
PASS
Mileage113,643 miles
Since last MOT+11,825 miles
PASS
Mileage101,818 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,818 miles
Since last MOT+17,293 miles
PASS
Mileage84,525 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,519 miles
Since last MOT+18,598 miles
PASS
Mileage65,921 miles
Since last MOT+17,493 miles
PASS
Mileage48,428 miles
Since last MOT+16,880 miles
PASS
Mileage31,548 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

RegistrationWP12 BYM
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WP12 BYM

What car is WP12 BYM?

WP12 BYM is a grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.

What is the mileage of WP12 BYM?

The last recorded mileage for WP12 BYM was 163,697 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP12 BYM passed its MOT?

WP12 BYM has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2024.

Is WP12 BYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP12 BYM 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 WP12 BYM?

WP12 BYM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.