CarVerify

Free Car Check

AF61 OZL

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,168 mi
Last recorded89,168 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 OZL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 89,168 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 86,275 miles

Nearside Rear tyre distorted 195/45/16 -advise renewing

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly distorted

corrosion in floor seams /underside generally

damage to bonnet

headlamp lenses tarnished ,patterns weakening

split in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Feb 2025 86,275 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre distorted 195/45/16 -advise renewing

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly distorted

corrosion in floor seams /underside generally

damage to bonnet

footpedal travel

headlamp lenses tarnished ,patterns weakening

split in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Feb 2024 78,787 miles

Nearside Rear tyre distorted

corrosion in rear axle beam and floor seams

damage to bonnet

knock in steering /suspension

Fail 9 Feb 2024 78,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure several bulges on inner sidewall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

knock in steering /suspension

Nearside Rear tyre distorted

corrosion in rear axle beam and floor seams

damage to bonnet

Pass 10 Feb 2023 72,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 67,665 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 67,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 62,684 miles

heat shield loose

Pass 15 Feb 2020 57,822 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 51,740 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 51,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 43,962 miles

damage to bonnet -appears secure but customer made aware

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 7 Feb 2017 34,562 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 30,185 miles

REAR TYRES WORN ON OUTER AND INNER EDGES

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 19,469 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AF61 OZL is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF61 OZL, 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

How do I check the history of AF61 OZL?

You can check the full history of AF61 OZL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF61 OZL registered?

AF61 OZL is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is AF61 OZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 OZL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF61 OZL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AF61 OZL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.