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EK12 NZF

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,193 mi
Last recorded53,193 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 NZF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 53,193 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 53,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 49,210 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 45,928 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 40,887 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 35,828 miles

O/S/R LIGHT LENS DAMAGED

Fail 12 Apr 2022 35,828 miles

O/S/R LIGHT LENS DAMAGED

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 31,798 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2021 31,798 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 26,491 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 23,621 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 20,743 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 17,828 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 12,858 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 10,511 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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EK12 NZF is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK12 NZF, 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 EK12 NZF registered?

EK12 NZF is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is EK12 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 NZF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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