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AV12 AKJ

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,031 mi
Last recorded30,031 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 AKJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 30,031 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 29,235 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 29,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 28,586 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 27,754 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 27,121 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 26,331 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 25,547 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 25,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 23,168 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 20,259 miles

Front tyres scrubbing out on inner edges

Nearside Front tyre cut on outer sidewall but not deep enough to expose cords

Pass 17 Mar 2017 17,166 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,763 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 10,116 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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AV12 AKJ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV12 AKJ, 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 AV12 AKJ registered?

AV12 AKJ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is AV12 AKJ safe to buy?

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