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FL12 XWS

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,224 mi
Last recorded65,224 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 XWS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 65,224 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 54,223 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 48,566 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 48,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 3 Apr 2023 43,067 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 43,067 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2022 37,860 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 35,136 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 33,565 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 29,828 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on inner side wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 5 Apr 2018 27,644 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 3 Apr 2017 23,866 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 24 Mar 2016 20,116 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,097 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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FL12 XWS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red 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 FL12 XWS, 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 FL12 XWS registered?

FL12 XWS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is FL12 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 XWS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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