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FE12 HTO

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,890 mi
Last recorded21,890 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 HTO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 21,890 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 21,694 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 21,562 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 20,609 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 19,804 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 19,804 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 19,085 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 19,085 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 18,362 miles

outer sill and underbody covers fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2019 17,372 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 15,074 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2018 15,074 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2017 12,585 miles

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

offside front tyre unevenly wearing inner edge

Pass 29 Feb 2016 9,136 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,363 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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FE12 HTO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 FE12 HTO, 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 FE12 HTO registered?

FE12 HTO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is FE12 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 HTO 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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