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SP12 MFY

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,659 mi
Last recorded41,659 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 MFY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 41,659 miles

Oil leak sump leaking slightly ()

rear tyres perished between tread

Fail 3 Apr 2017 41,659 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak sump leaking slightly ()

rear tyres perished between tread

Pass 22 Mar 2016 31,869 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 31,869 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,282 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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SP12 MFY is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SP12 MFY, 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 SP12 MFY registered?

SP12 MFY is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SP12 MFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 MFY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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