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FV61 GZW

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,017 mi
Last recorded21,017 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 GZW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 21,017 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 20,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 17,140 miles

Nearside Front tyre edges wearing

Pass 10 Feb 2023 13,502 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both, slight smear. ends starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 10,048 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 9,812 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 9,494 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 8,937 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 8,052 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 7,283 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 6,474 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 6,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 5,534 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV61 GZW is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Silver 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 FV61 GZW, 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 FV61 GZW registered?

FV61 GZW is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is FV61 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 GZW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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