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DG12 FFS

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,032 mi
Last recorded93,032 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 FFS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 93,032 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 81,012 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 72,853 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 71,439 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 71,437 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 21 Oct 2021 68,088 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 66,544 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

steering slightly noisy

Pass 16 May 2019 61,159 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 61,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,302 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm, has cracking and perishing and slight feathering to tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 51,449 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 51,449 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and outer sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 48,213 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 45,571 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 44,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Feb 2015 44,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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DG12 FFS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon 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 DG12 FFS, 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 DG12 FFS registered?

DG12 FFS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is DG12 FFS safe to buy?

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