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GL12 ESU

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,985 mi
Last recorded92,985 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 ESU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 92,985 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 89,261 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Headlamp lens deteriorated

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 89,261 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror casing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Headlamp lens deteriorated

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 76,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 64,974 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 64,805 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 54,256 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 54,256 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 52,099 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 52,099 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,974 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn out edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn out edges (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 2 Nov 2016 27,698 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Aug 2015 20,446 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 20,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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GL12 ESU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL12 ESU, 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 GL12 ESU registered?

GL12 ESU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 June 2012.

Is GL12 ESU safe to buy?

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