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FR12 NTM

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,190 mi
Last recorded60,190 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 NTM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 60,190 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output near/side and off/side (4.1.4 (b))

centre silencer heat shield insecure

Fail 19 Mar 2026 60,190 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output near/side and off/side (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

centre silencer heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Mar 2025 56,019 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 51,986 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 51,985 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% imbalance recorded, biased to offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 32% imbalance recorded, biased to offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 47,373 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top flitch welded joint to inner wing. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance recorded, biased to offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 47,373 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top flitch welded joint to inner wing. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance recorded, biased to offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 42,364 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 42,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks around entire tread surface. No plies visible during this inspection. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing screen slightly. (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation Switch was incorrectly installed into pedal bracket, and only had intermittent contact. (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 36,852 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread ribs. Slight sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 33,337 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 28,544 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,437 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 17,681 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 11,699 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 5,674 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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FR12 NTM is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FR12 NTM, 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 FR12 NTM registered?

FR12 NTM is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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