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EF12 RSV

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,660 mi
Last recorded57,660 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 RSV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 57,660 miles

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

slight steering noise possible uj

Pass 20 Nov 2024 54,108 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 50,771 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 50,771 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 46,431 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 43,348 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 42,645 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wing Panel & Bumper, Minor Damage.

Pass 24 Apr 2020 27,555 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,175 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 18,352 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 14,994 miles

Offside Front damaged on wall

Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front o/s tyre cut in outer side wall

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 RSV is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White 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 EF12 RSV, 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 RSV registered?

EF12 RSV is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is EF12 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 RSV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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