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DE12 UOC

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

59,746 mi
Last recorded59,746 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 UOC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 59,746 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 58,462 miles

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

Offside Front tyre has slight outer sidewall damage (not deep enough to reach ply or cords)

Pass 11 Aug 2023 56,703 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 56,703 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 52,919 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2022 52,919 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 50,145 miles

Central exhaust heat shield insecure

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 50,145 miles

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

Central exhaust heat shield insecure

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 47,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall )( 195/45r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 41,469 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall 195/45r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 41,469 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall 195/45r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 33,931 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Mar 2018 33,931 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Mar 2017 25,144 miles

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

Offside front and both rear tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 19 Mar 2016 24,037 miles

nsr tyre splitting

osf tyre splitting

osr tyre splitting

Fail 19 Mar 2016 24,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nsr tyre splitting

osf tyre splitting

osr tyre splitting

Pass 30 Mar 2015 21,828 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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DE12 UOC is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 DE12 UOC, 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 DE12 UOC registered?

DE12 UOC is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is DE12 UOC safe to buy?

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