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SO61 CZZ

2012 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,035 mi
Last recorded95,035 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO61 CZZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 95,035 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2025 95,030 miles

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 120,917 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 88,237 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 82,447 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 76,027 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 69,780 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 64,987 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 64,987 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 58,034 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 51,226 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 44,412 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 35,158 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 22,800 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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SO61 CZZ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SO61 CZZ, 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 SO61 CZZ registered?

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

Is SO61 CZZ safe to buy?

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