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AU12 VUN

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,007 mi
Last recorded81,007 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 VUN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 81,007 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front shock absorbers shrouds deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2024 78,066 miles

Front both shock absorber shrouds split

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

Fail 25 Jun 2024 78,066 miles

Front both shock absorber shrouds split

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 69,490 miles

steering column knocking

Fail 3 Nov 2022 69,487 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

steering column knocking

Pass 11 Jan 2021 60,066 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 56,066 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 46,522 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 46,522 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 34,642 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 20,772 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres slightly perished

Pass 12 Feb 2016 17,034 miles

knocking fron steering column,when turning

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 VUN is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VUN, 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 AU12 VUN registered?

AU12 VUN is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2012.

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