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BK62 UWS

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,016 mi
Last recorded66,016 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK62 UWS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 66,016 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 66,016 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 60,976 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 58,484 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 58,484 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 53,903 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2022 53,903 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 43,694 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 34,622 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 29,640 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 28,213 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 28,213 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 26,521 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2016 20,163 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 13,275 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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BK62 UWS 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 73.3%.

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 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 BK62 UWS, 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 BK62 UWS registered?

BK62 UWS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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