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VF12 KNG

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,068 mi
Last recorded52,068 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF12 KNG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 52,068 miles

Cover sills fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2025 49,503 miles

Outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for potential corrosion and damage

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Under floor coverings fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage or leaks

Pass 2 May 2024 47,225 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 43,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 36,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres slight perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 26,760 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 26,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2020 19,233 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 11,008 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 9,303 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 May 2017 6,463 miles

Front both tyres have outer edge wear

Pass 7 Mar 2016 5,187 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tread of tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2015 3,791 miles

damage to tailgate

rear wiper arm missing

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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VF12 KNG is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 VF12 KNG, 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 VF12 KNG registered?

VF12 KNG is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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