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FT12 LDA

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

68,300 mi
Last recorded68,300 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 LDA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 68,300 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes/Hoses/Ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

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

Coil Springs have some corrosion

Heat Shield slightly insecure

Rear Axle/Underbody corroded in places

Fail 4 Nov 2024 68,296 miles

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

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))

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

Steering column attachment defective Rough and Excessive noise in steering rack/lower joint (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes/Hoses/Ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

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

Coil Springs have some corrosion

Heat Shield slightly insecure

Rear Axle/Underbody corroded in places

Pass 30 Oct 2023 57,111 miles

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

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

rear axle corroded

under body corroded in places

Fail 30 Oct 2023 57,106 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2x (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle corroded

under body corroded in places

Pass 5 Nov 2022 47,560 miles

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

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 37,798 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

covers fitted to underside

Fail 27 Oct 2021 37,798 miles

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

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

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

covers fitted to underside

Pass 17 Oct 2020 29,343 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 29,343 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 22,823 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 19,668 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 19,668 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 19,327 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 17,750 miles

all 4 tyres age related cracking in tread

Pass 4 May 2016 15,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 12,328 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

hand controls fitted

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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FT12 LDA is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FT12 LDA, 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 FT12 LDA registered?

FT12 LDA is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is FT12 LDA safe to buy?

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