CarVerify

Free Car Check

ST12 JCO

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,058 mi
Last recorded98,058 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 JCO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 98,058 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 89,813 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sides inner sills slightly corroded

vehicle underbody surface rust

Pass 15 Dec 2023 85,652 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 82,144 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced osr and nsr chassis corroded,advise

some surface rust on floor panels, sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components

Pass 11 Feb 2022 76,212 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,nsf,osr,nsr,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre inner and outer edges worn and cracked,advise

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced osr and nsr chassis corroded,advise (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 76,212 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,nsf,osr,nsr,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre inner and outer edges worn and cracked,advise

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced osr and nsr chassis corroded,advise (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 72,897 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on floor panels, sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components,

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Fail 11 Feb 2021 72,892 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre exhaust heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on floor panels, sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components,

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 13 Feb 2020 70,561 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,nsf,osr,nsr ferrules corroded,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn,advise

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

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced osr and nsr chassis and inner sills corroded,advise (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 70,560 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre has multiple deep cuts on inner edge,outer edge cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,nsf,osr,nsr ferrules corroded,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn,advise

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

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced osr and nsr chassis and inner sills corroded,advise (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 67,821 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 60,192 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 31 May 2017 45,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 29,775 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 17,761 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ST12 JCO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White 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 ST12 JCO, 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

How do I check the history of ST12 JCO?

You can check the full history of ST12 JCO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ST12 JCO registered?

ST12 JCO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is ST12 JCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST12 JCO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST12 JCO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ST12 JCO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.