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GL12 YBF

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

39,082 mi
Last recorded39,082 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 YBF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 39,082 miles

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 5 Nov 2025 39,064 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Deteriorated. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Deteriorated. (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak under vehicle.

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 27 Oct 2025 39,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Deteriorated. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Deteriorated. (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/r15-82h (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/r15-82h (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak under vehicle.

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 9 Nov 2024 32,713 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2024 32,712 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 26,385 miles

Both front headlamps starting to deteriorate.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 3 Nov 2023 26,385 miles

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

Both front headlamps starting to deteriorate.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 10 Nov 2022 24,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 22 Nov 2021 23,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 15 Oct 2020 20,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/r15-82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 29 Oct 2019 17,884 miles

Rear Both tyres perished

Pass 15 Oct 2018 16,165 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 14,212 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 11,914 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 10,255 miles

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 YBF is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YBF, 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 YBF registered?

GL12 YBF is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 July 2012.

Is GL12 YBF safe to buy?

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