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A18 ROF

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,529 mi
Last recorded81,529 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 ROF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 81,529 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield corroded and insecure

Pass 26 Aug 2022 76,527 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR(N/S AND O/S) AND ALSO N/S/F (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S AND O/S ON INNER FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive SUMP AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SCUFFS TO "ZONE A" SWEPT AREA (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded *MARKED* ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre IN SHOULDER (BOTH REAR TYRES AT 8/10PSI AT PRE-CHECK ()

Fail 24 Aug 2022 76,526 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR(N/S AND O/S) AND ALSO N/S/F (1.1.11 (c))

Central Lower MID SECTION OF EXHAUST HEATSHEILD LOOSE/RATTLING

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S AND O/S ON INNER FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive SUMP AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SCUFFS TO "ZONE A" SWEPT AREA (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded *MARKED* ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre IN SHOULDER (BOTH REAR TYRES AT 8/10PSI AT PRE-CHECK ()

Pass 1 Sep 2021 73,014 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 73,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside Front tyre worn close to legal limit

oil filter leaking oil

Pass 21 Aug 2020 64,581 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 55,688 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 50,033 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 50,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 42,425 miles

oil leak at sump

Pass 23 Aug 2016 31,639 miles

oil leak at sump

Pass 1 Sep 2015 20,826 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 20,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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A18 ROF is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,811 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 ROF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A18 ROF is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 September 2012.

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