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EJ12 SWW

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,750 mi
Last recorded36,750 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 SWW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 36,750 miles

Steering notchy in operation

Pass 13 Jan 2025 34,629 miles

Steering notchy in operation

Pass 9 Jan 2024 32,047 miles

Front Wipers smearing

Steering notchy in operation

Pass 19 Jan 2023 29,128 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 29,128 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 25,797 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 25,268 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 24,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 23,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 21,538 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 18,662 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 15,249 miles

nearside front bald inner edge

nearside front tyre has several deep cuts to outer side wall

offside front tyre worn low inner edge

Fail 9 May 2016 15,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front bald inner edge

nearside front tyre has several deep cuts to outer side wall

offside front tyre worn low inner edge

Pass 11 May 2015 10,550 miles

nearside front tyre has several deep cuts to outer sidewall

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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EJ12 SWW is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EJ12 SWW, 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 EJ12 SWW registered?

EJ12 SWW is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 May 2012.

Is EJ12 SWW safe to buy?

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