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DRZ 8743

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,317 mi
Last recorded60,317 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 8743
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 60,317 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 59,182 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 52,562 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 52,562 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 46,604 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 39,382 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 31,079 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 23,885 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear road wheel rim damaged

Pass 19 Feb 2020 19,840 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 11,897 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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DRZ 8743 is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DRZ 8743, 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 DRZ 8743 registered?

DRZ 8743 is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is DRZ 8743 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 8743 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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