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GJ12 HRX

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,609 mi
Last recorded40,609 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 HRX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 40,609 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including mounting points. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 40,609 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including mounting points. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 38,860 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 37,085 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 34,173 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 31,350 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on iner edge

Fail 9 Feb 2022 31,350 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on iner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2021 29,162 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Feb 2020 28,666 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 28,666 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 26,381 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 23,935 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 21,351 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 17,887 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 14,017 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Mar 2015 14,017 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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GJ12 HRX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ12 HRX, 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 GJ12 HRX registered?

GJ12 HRX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is GJ12 HRX safe to buy?

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