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SW61 LAO

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,526 mi
Last recorded14,526 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 LAO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 14,526 miles

corrosion to various suspension parts

rear axle corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2025 14,242 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 13,817 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 12,947 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 12,492 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 12,231 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 11,916 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 10,878 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 9,905 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 8,127 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 6,946 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 5,373 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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SW61 LAO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SW61 LAO, 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 SW61 LAO registered?

SW61 LAO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is SW61 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 LAO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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