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BK61 HWL

2011 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

150,567 mi
Last recorded150,567 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 250,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 HWL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 150,567 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 150,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 142,113 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Mar 2025 142,113 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 134,671 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 134,394 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2023 125,582 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 112,137 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 112,137 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45R16 84Y highly recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 98,946 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2021 98,946 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn severe play in joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 88,466 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 88,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 70,231 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 70,201 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 60,667 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 60,667 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 50,196 miles

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

both rear tyres worn inner edge and slightly out of shape

Pass 17 Aug 2015 32,759 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 22,481 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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BK61 HWL is a 2011 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 50,566 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 BK61 HWL, 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 15 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BK61 HWL is a 2011 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 September 2011.

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