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AU12 ZZS

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,243 mi
Last recorded78,243 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 78,243 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 69,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (tyre perished) (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 57,616 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 57,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 41,410 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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AU12 ZZS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZZS, 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 ZZS registered?

AU12 ZZS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 March 2012.

Is AU12 ZZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 ZZS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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