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SW12 NCZ

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,130 mi
Last recorded137,130 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 NCZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 137,130 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 130,914 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 124,653 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 118,570 miles

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated / perished

both registration plated deteriorated

exhaust system corroded / has a minor leak of gasses

front subframe slightly corroded

offside rear registration plate bulb dim

rear axle slightly corroded

slight corrosion to both sills

uncoated sections of brake pipes at front and rear slightly corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2021 118,553 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated / perished

both registration plated deteriorated

exhaust system corroded / has a minor leak of gasses

front subframe slightly corroded

offside rear registration plate bulb dim

rear axle slightly corroded

slight corrosion to both sills

uncoated sections of brake pipes at front and rear slightly corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2020 112,434 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 106,173 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 91,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 91,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 74,078 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 57,829 miles

Nearside Front tyre is cut on inner wall

Offside Rear tyre is cut on inner wall showing cording

Fail 12 Jul 2016 57,829 miles

Nearside Front tyre is cut on inner wall

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

Offside Rear tyre is cut on inner wall showing cording

Pass 13 Jul 2015 42,043 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 NCZ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NCZ, 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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SW12 NCZ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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