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BD12 BWJ

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,809 mi
Last recorded40,809 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 BWJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 40,809 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 33,584 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 32,564 miles

Nearside Front Wiper blade split

Pass 15 Feb 2023 31,611 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 30,506 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 29,980 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 29,252 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 27,449 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,893 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 21,815 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 21,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear bald on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2016 18,108 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 13,997 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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BD12 BWJ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BD12 BWJ, 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 BD12 BWJ registered?

BD12 BWJ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is BD12 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 BWJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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