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AV12 OTZ

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,782 mi
Last recorded74,782 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OTZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 74,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2025 74,780 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 70,577 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 66,956 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 66,956 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 63,748 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 63,747 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 60,156 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 57,538 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 52,037 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 48,157 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 39,406 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2016 29,871 miles

Baby seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Fail 11 May 2016 29,871 miles

Baby seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2015 23,543 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 26 May 2015 23,543 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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 OTZ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AV12 OTZ, 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 OTZ registered?

AV12 OTZ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is AV12 OTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OTZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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