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DF12 XCM

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,287 mi
Last recorded35,287 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 XCM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 35,287 miles

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

Front Suspension general corrosion

Knock from column

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall - 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension general corrosion

Fail 23 Jan 2026 35,287 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension general corrosion

Knock from column

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall - 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Suspension general corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2025 34,007 miles

Steering notchy

Pass 29 Jan 2024 32,963 miles

Steering notchy/knock from column

Pass 30 Jan 2023 31,839 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 30,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 30,386 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 29,304 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 28,181 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 24,611 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 24,611 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 24,605 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 19,914 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 16,337 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 12,241 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 7,227 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 XCM is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF12 XCM, 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 DF12 XCM registered?

DF12 XCM is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is DF12 XCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 XCM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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