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AF12 OYT

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,519 mi
Last recorded42,519 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 OYT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 42,519 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Apr 2026 42,509 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Apr 2025 40,872 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 40,861 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 37,674 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 37,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 34,861 miles

steering system noisy

Pass 15 Feb 2021 31,603 miles

Rear minor perishing both rear tyres in grooves .

minor knock from steering column no play detected.

Pass 11 Feb 2020 30,462 miles

Offside Front slight play in steering tie-rod

both rear tyres worn and stepped inner edges .

slight knock from steering column .

Pass 11 Feb 2019 26,653 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 21,891 miles

under body trims fitted can not check for corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2017 18,995 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 16,610 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 16,610 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 12,185 miles

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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AF12 OYT is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF12 OYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 OYT registered?

AF12 OYT is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is AF12 OYT safe to buy?

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