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SP12 VFL

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,687 mi
Last recorded51,687 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 VFL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 51,687 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 47,465 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 47,465 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 40,512 miles

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))

steering uj knocking slightly

Fail 30 Sep 2023 40,512 miles

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

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))

steering uj knocking slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2022 31,248 miles

Front Brake discs inner face corroded nearside/offside

Offside Rear Roadspring corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2021 24,639 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,436 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 23,436 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 22,367 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 21,504 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 20,274 miles

Offside Front tyre cracked/perished

both front wipers torn, still clear the screen

Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,769 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade torn at edge.

Fail 2 Sep 2016 19,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wiper blade torn at edge.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,474 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 16,412 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 VFL 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 SP12 VFL, 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 VFL registered?

SP12 VFL is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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