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AU12 VUL

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

178,452 mi
Last recorded178,452 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 VUL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 178,452 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2024 171,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 166,513 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under vehicle in rusty condition

Pass 14 Apr 2022 155,159 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 155,159 miles

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak offside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2021 134,260 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 120,217 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 120,217 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 101,894 miles

Front shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 27 Jun 2018 80,706 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 57,950 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 38,132 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre cracks between tread pattern.

both rear tyres cracks between tread pattern and excessive wear on inner edges

Pass 20 Aug 2015 19,128 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

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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AU12 VUL is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AU12 VUL, 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

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What year was AU12 VUL registered?

AU12 VUL is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is AU12 VUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 VUL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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