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AO62 BYH

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,594 mi
Last recorded40,594 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 BYH
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 40,594 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 38,492 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 34,611 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 29,379 miles

Both head lamps glazing over and beam images fading

Pass 27 Aug 2021 26,204 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 23,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 21,783 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2018 19,601 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Sep 2017 17,108 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 14,306 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 11,193 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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AO62 BYH is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO62 BYH, 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 AO62 BYH registered?

AO62 BYH is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is AO62 BYH safe to buy?

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