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AF62 VFT

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,894 mi
Last recorded45,894 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VFT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 45,894 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 45,894 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,806 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 41,153 miles

Both front shock absorber shaft protectors fallen apart

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 39,048 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,056 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 34,233 miles

front discs lipped

front pads starting to wear thin

Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,668 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2017 22,726 miles

N/s/f wiper blade end split

Pass 21 Sep 2016 16,755 miles

All four tyres cracking

Pass 14 Sep 2015 10,463 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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AF62 VFT is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF62 VFT, 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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What year was AF62 VFT registered?

AF62 VFT is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AF62 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VFT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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