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DG12 SRO

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,283 mi
Last recorded76,283 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 SRO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 76,283 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on the outer side wall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm inner tread 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear axle is corroded including under the coil springs on both sides

Pass 28 May 2025 56,689 miles

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

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 54,501 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes are worn cracking with some play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut outer side wall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Rear axle corroded

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 43,649 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 43,627 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,989 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 39,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,483 miles

steering knock

Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,181 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 18,216 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 18,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,886 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 7,065 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 5,888 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 5,172 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 4,332 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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DG12 SRO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White 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 SRO, 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 SRO registered?

DG12 SRO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 March 2012.

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