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TJZ 5291

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,309 mi
Last recorded33,309 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJZ 5291
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 33,309 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 29,811 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 28,112 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 24,944 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

front shock absorber dust cover split

Pass 13 Jan 2022 21,956 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 20,586 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 17,168 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 12,956 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to back pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 12,955 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to back pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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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TJZ 5291 is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 TJZ 5291, 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 TJZ 5291 registered?

TJZ 5291 is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 May 2012.

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The MOT history for TJZ 5291 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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