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FX12 WAU

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

57,379 mi
Last recorded57,379 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 WAU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 57,379 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2024 57,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2023 52,018 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 52,017 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 46,771 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 42,293 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 9 Sep 2020 37,890 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 33,284 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 33,258 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 26,936 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 25,168 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 21,449 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 17,399 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 12,798 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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FX12 WAU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Silver 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 FX12 WAU, 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 FX12 WAU registered?

FX12 WAU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FX12 WAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX12 WAU 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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