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AP12 LAO

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,955 mi
Last recorded77,955 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 LAO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 77,955 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 77,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 76,370 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 73,396 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 71,594 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 71,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 65,979 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 61,859 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Mar 2017 57,472 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,309 miles

all tyres wearing on edges + stone cuts in treads

front brake pads wearing

Pass 3 Feb 2015 39,855 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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AP12 LAO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AP12 LAO, 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 AP12 LAO registered?

AP12 LAO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AP12 LAO safe to buy?

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