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SO61 CZH

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,874 mi
Last recorded84,874 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO61 CZH
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 84,874 miles

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

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

Rear Axle Corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2024 73,574 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 61,839 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 56,719 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 49,184 miles

corrosion on under body x suspension units / corrosion on axle beam x sub frame

Pass 16 Nov 2020 44,007 miles

corrosion on front coil springs / under covers fitted / slight corrosion on front discs / rear heat shield loose /

Fail 14 Nov 2020 44,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion on front coil springs / under covers fitted / slight corrosion on front discs / rear heat shield loose /

Pass 17 Oct 2019 37,823 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 31,346 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 25,866 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 20,353 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 16,341 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 14,266 miles

nsf wipers blade has small tear but still clearing the screen

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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SO61 CZH is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 SO61 CZH, 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 SO61 CZH registered?

SO61 CZH is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is SO61 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO61 CZH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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