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BN12 CDX

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

67,963 mi
Last recorded67,963 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 CDX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 67,963 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 67,963 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 53,423 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 47,172 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 44,261 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 42,689 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 40,699 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 40,695 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 37,736 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 37,725 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 34,995 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 34,991 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 32,230 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin *2 (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,151 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float play in coloum shaft (2.1.3)

child seat fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2016 28,010 miles

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float play in coloum shaft (2.1.3)

child seat fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2015 21,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in the tread. no visible cords.

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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BN12 CDX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BN12 CDX, 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 BN12 CDX registered?

BN12 CDX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BN12 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 CDX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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