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T21 LFA

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69,774 mi
Last recorded69,774 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT21 LFA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 69,774 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 69,774 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 64,277 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 64,277 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 60,514 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 56,685 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 56,685 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 49,738 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside wing mirror casing damaged but no sharp edges

noise on steering ?

Fail 21 Aug 2021 49,738 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside wing mirror casing damaged but no sharp edges

noise on steering ?

Pass 15 Aug 2020 44,996 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 185/55R15 ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 40,263 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 33,341 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,478 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 24,290 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 18,735 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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T21 LFA is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T21 LFA, 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 T21 LFA registered?

T21 LFA is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is T21 LFA safe to buy?

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