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DF12 CLO

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,457 mi
Last recorded49,457 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 CLO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 49,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 45,310 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2024 45,310 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 41,444 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 37,646 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 34,111 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 31,299 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 27,637 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 23,984 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 20,486 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 16,058 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 11,839 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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DF12 CLO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DF12 CLO, 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

How do I check the history of DF12 CLO?

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What year was DF12 CLO registered?

DF12 CLO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is DF12 CLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 CLO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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