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SW61 HCX

2012 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,659 mi
Last recorded110,659 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 HCX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 110,659 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 110,230 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 84,961 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 84,813 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 70,551 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 70,551 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 63,438 miles

under carriage corrosion

Pass 6 May 2020 60,821 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 57,970 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 57,970 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 50,250 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 43,656 miles

steering rack or steering column noisy when lock to lock check carried out

Pass 29 Apr 2016 38,503 miles

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

child seat fitted, unable to carry out full inspection of seatbelt

Pass 26 Jan 2015 26,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SW61 HCX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW61 HCX, 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 SW61 HCX registered?

SW61 HCX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is SW61 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 HCX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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