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FR12 SXM

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,232 mi
Last recorded94,232 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 94,232 miles

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

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

Under body present corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2025 94,105 miles

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

Nearside Front head lamp misting

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

Offside Front head lamp misting

Fail 22 Jul 2025 94,092 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front head lamp misting

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

Offside Front head lamp misting

Pass 9 Jul 2024 84,590 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 77,878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 73,536 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 69,797 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 63,731 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 27 Jul 2019 57,914 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 50,070 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 36,616 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,406 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,694 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 SXM is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FR12 SXM, 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 SXM registered?

FR12 SXM is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is FR12 SXM safe to buy?

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