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CV12 YMS

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,428 mi
Last recorded102,428 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 YMS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 102,428 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 99,808 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 97,306 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 97,306 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 95,372 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 95,372 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 88,425 miles

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

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 75,588 miles

Manufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Tyre out of shape

Pass 26 Mar 2020 67,949 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 53,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,917 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 29,749 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 27,355 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,108 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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CV12 YMS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CV12 YMS, 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 CV12 YMS registered?

CV12 YMS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is CV12 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV12 YMS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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