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FD61 HLK

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,245 mi
Last recorded154,245 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 HLK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 154,245 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 148,470 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 148,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 144,000 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield loose where fitted as original equipment but not creating a risk of fire

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 135,501 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 116,452 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1954516 80w (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 116,452 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1954516 80w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1954516 80w (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 96,801 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 70,945 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 50,560 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

small chips in screen

Pass 17 Jul 2017 31,120 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 29,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre is perishing inbetween tread

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre is perishing inbetween tread

Pass 11 Jan 2016 23,468 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 17,002 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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FD61 HLK is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel 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 FD61 HLK, 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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FD61 HLK is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 January 2012.

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