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AW56 MCT

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,276 mi
Last recorded24,276 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW56 MCT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 24,276 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 19,671 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 19,043 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 19,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 18,208 miles

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Front position lamps both nearside and offside are affected by the operation of directional indicators and or hazard warning lights. (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 16,925 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 16,053 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 14,924 miles

slight wear on both front tyres inner edges

Pass 16 Aug 2018 13,601 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 12,068 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 10,724 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 9,146 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 9,146 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

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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AW56 MCT is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AW56 MCT, 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 AW56 MCT registered?

AW56 MCT is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AW56 MCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW56 MCT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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