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EF12 RSU

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,473 mi
Last recorded75,473 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 RSU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 75,473 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 70,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

brake pedal has slight travel

clonk on steering column

Pass 12 Jul 2023 65,832 miles

clonk on steering

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear and front tyres edges wearing slightly

Fail 11 Jul 2023 65,831 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear and front tyres edges wearing slightly

clonk on steering

Pass 28 Jun 2022 59,784 miles

Lower steering column clonks

Rear tyres edges wearing

Pass 19 Jun 2021 52,721 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 47,112 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn on the edges

offside and nearside rear tyres worn on the inner edges and deteriorated

Fail 13 Jul 2020 47,112 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

nearside front tyre slightly worn on the edges

offside and nearside rear tyres worn on the inner edges and deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2019 40,268 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clonk on steering

Fail 14 Jun 2019 40,268 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre and inner edge wearing ()

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clonk on steering

Pass 20 Jun 2018 33,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,348 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 17,314 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inner/outer edges

Fail 22 Jun 2015 17,314 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front tyres wearing low on inner/outer edges

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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EF12 RSU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EF12 RSU, 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 EF12 RSU registered?

EF12 RSU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is EF12 RSU safe to buy?

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