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DS61 XKU

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,432 mi
Last recorded49,432 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 XKU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 49,432 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 28 Oct 2025 49,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 18 Feb 2025 47,805 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 44,094 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 44,094 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 44,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect No bump stop (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 43,899 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 43,650 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside shock absorber protection cover missing no bump stop

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 43,649 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside shock absorber protection cover missing no bump stop

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 42,863 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 41,058 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 41,058 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 33,306 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 26,236 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 26,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 19,575 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 12,006 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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DS61 XKU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DS61 XKU, 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 DS61 XKU registered?

DS61 XKU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is DS61 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 XKU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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