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SL12 RFK

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,648 mi
Last recorded48,648 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 RFK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 48,648 miles

sill covers

underside undersealed

Pass 24 Mar 2025 46,240 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

rear axle corroded

sill covers fitted

underside corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2025 46,240 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

rear axle corroded

sill covers fitted

underside corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2024 43,627 miles

underside corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2023 40,820 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 40,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 39,758 miles

sump pan corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2021 38,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 38,195 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Mar 2019 32,219 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 26 Mar 2018 26,922 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

plastic undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,005 miles

engine covers fitted

nearside front tyre starting to wear low

offside front + nearside rear tyre outer sidewalls slightly damaged

under-trays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 16,810 miles

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2015 10,616 miles

nearside wiper blade split

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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SL12 RFK is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SL12 RFK, 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 SL12 RFK registered?

SL12 RFK is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SL12 RFK safe to buy?

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