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EF61 MWJ

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,008 mi
Last recorded38,008 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 MWJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2026 38,008 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 36,494 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 34,717 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 29,952 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 24,066 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 23,383 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 20,924 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 17,909 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 16,406 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 14,194 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 9,726 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 6,485 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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EF61 MWJ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF61 MWJ, 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 EF61 MWJ registered?

EF61 MWJ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is EF61 MWJ safe to buy?

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