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BF12 DKU

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,019 mi
Last recorded62,019 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 DKU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 62,019 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 60,474 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 55,386 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 50,496 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 45,742 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 40,928 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 37,941 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 37,940 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 33,342 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 28,235 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Fail 20 Mar 2018 28,235 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,802 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 22,802 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 17,389 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,492 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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BF12 DKU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF12 DKU, 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 BF12 DKU registered?

BF12 DKU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is BF12 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 DKU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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