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DG62 XLR

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,326 mi
Last recorded57,326 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 XLR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 57,326 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 55,097 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 55,090 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 52,431 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Separating from its bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Separating from its bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 49,406 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 49,406 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 43,642 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 43,628 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 43,248 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 41,588 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 38,719 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 31,868 miles

osr tyre worn inner edge

splits noted to nsf tyre on inner side wall

Pass 9 Aug 2016 22,316 miles

cracks noted to nsr tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2015 16,573 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 XLR is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XLR, 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 XLR registered?

DG62 XLR is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is DG62 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 XLR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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