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SM62 JOA

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,808 mi
Last recorded82,808 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 JOA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 82,808 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources x1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

car corroded in parts

Fail 25 Nov 2025 82,807 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources x1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

car corroded in parts

Pass 4 Dec 2024 73,985 miles

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

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

car corroded in parts

Pass 13 Dec 2023 66,552 miles

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

car corroded in parts

Fail 12 Dec 2023 66,552 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

car corroded in parts

Pass 5 Dec 2022 56,751 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 50,872 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 41,866 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 37,925 miles

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

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

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))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Heat Shield missing (Not Risking Fire)

Fail 13 Dec 2019 37,925 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Heat Shield missing (Not Risking Fire)

Pass 30 Nov 2018 29,740 miles

NSF WIPER RUBBER TORN

REAR UNDERBODY HEATSHIELD MISSING,MINIMAL FIRE RISK

SPARE WHEEL INSECURE

Pass 7 Dec 2017 25,683 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 25,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 20,110 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 15,403 miles

worn patch on brake pedal rubber

Pass 5 Oct 2015 15,402 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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SM62 JOA is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc 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 SM62 JOA, 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 SM62 JOA registered?

SM62 JOA is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is SM62 JOA safe to buy?

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