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FD12 NEU

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,024 mi
Last recorded72,024 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 NEU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 72,024 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 67,547 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 67,547 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 59,904 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 54,204 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 49,373 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2020 44,747 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 41,876 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 30,504 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 26,419 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 22,235 miles

Offside Rear tyre wall damaged

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FD12 NEU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red 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 FD12 NEU, 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 FD12 NEU registered?

FD12 NEU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is FD12 NEU safe to buy?

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