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FR12 SXL

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,795 mi
Last recorded30,795 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 SXL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 30,795 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 29,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2024 29,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 27,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.7mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 25,724 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 23,663 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 23,663 miles

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))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 22,163 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 20,594 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 20,594 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 18,752 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 16,887 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 15,099 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 13,322 miles

offside front and both rear tyres perished

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 SXL is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SXL, 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 FR12 SXL registered?

FR12 SXL is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is FR12 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 SXL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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