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AO12 AVY

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,149 mi
Last recorded21,149 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 AVY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 21,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 19,840 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 18,262 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and clunking at top of column (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 18,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/45/R16 80W (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and clunking at top of column (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 15,314 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 13,087 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 11,330 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 8,884 miles

N/S/F top suspension mount is slightly notchy

Pass 22 Mar 2019 8,418 miles

N/S/F top suspension mount is slightly notchy

Pass 12 Mar 2018 7,891 miles

N/S/F top suspension mount is slightly notchy

Pass 21 Mar 2017 6,816 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 4,683 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,336 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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AO12 AVY is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO12 AVY, 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 AO12 AVY registered?

AO12 AVY is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is AO12 AVY safe to buy?

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