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DG62 VUK

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

69,618 mi
Last recorded69,618 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 VUK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 69,618 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N\S & O\S fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2025 60,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 53,061 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 45,392 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 45,386 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 43,304 miles

Central Front Lower Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside inner

Offside Rear Inner Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases whole exhaust system corroded slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 43,214 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 41,130 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 38,703 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look close to discs (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2016 23,724 miles

Nearside Rear puncture

Pass 3 Sep 2015 14,745 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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DG62 VUK is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc 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 DG62 VUK, 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 DG62 VUK registered?

DG62 VUK is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 September 2012.

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