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AV62 YKZ

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,560 mi
Last recorded53,560 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 YKZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 53,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 47,557 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 42,150 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 41,990 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 41,209 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 41,102 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 38,429 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 34,078 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 31,659 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 28,770 miles

Nearside Rear stepping

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit stepping (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2015 28,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/45/16 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear stepping

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit stepping (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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AV62 YKZ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AV62 YKZ, 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 AV62 YKZ registered?

AV62 YKZ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is AV62 YKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 YKZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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