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SP61 ZYA

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,806 mi
Last recorded90,806 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 ZYA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 90,806 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 87,269 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 85,536 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 82,503 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 82,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Incorrect rotation direction (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Nov 2021 79,187 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 79,187 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 75,748 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 75,748 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering arm deformed steering rack arm play (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 70,216 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 53,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on legal limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both slightly out of shape and 3 mm inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 42,132 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 29,348 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 17,803 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 9,784 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both nearside tyres have slight damage to outer rim protectors

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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SP61 ZYA is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP61 ZYA, 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 SP61 ZYA registered?

SP61 ZYA is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 January 2012.

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