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SW12 LVS

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

95,076 mi
Last recorded95,076 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 LVS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 95,076 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 95,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2025 82,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 82,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 71,234 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 68,157 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 68,157 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 63,947 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump and oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 63,945 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 45 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump and oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 56,879 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil on min

Fail 2 Nov 2021 56,879 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil on min

Pass 15 Oct 2020 52,394 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 42,760 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 30,966 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 22,828 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 22,032 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,944 miles

clunky noise when steering lock to lock but no faults found

passengers wiper slightly torn

Pass 22 Jun 2015 12,123 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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SW12 LVS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SW12 LVS, 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 SW12 LVS registered?

SW12 LVS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is SW12 LVS safe to buy?

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