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FN12 GZB

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

89,147 mi
Last recorded89,147 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 GZB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 89,147 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 May 2025 80,851 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 74,826 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 74,822 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 70,604 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 62,674 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set to 3 aim too low, changed to 0

Fail 6 Oct 2022 62,673 miles

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Back box (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set to 3 aim too low, changed to 0

Pass 8 Oct 2021 56,399 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 56,398 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 51,390 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 50,261 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 47,880 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 44,886 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 44,886 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,050 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 18% (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 40,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 18% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rubber deteriorated and small cut (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 33,326 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2016 33,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and cords showing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 27,824 miles

Creaking from steering on lock to lock check.

Front wiper smearing.

N/S/F tyre worn close to legal limit.

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge and cut on outer sidewall.

Rear wiper rubber missing.

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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FN12 GZB is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN12 GZB, 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 FN12 GZB registered?

FN12 GZB is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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