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VK12 XGW

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,967 mi
Last recorded76,967 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 XGW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 76,967 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 76,967 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 73,315 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 70,421 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Slight flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 70,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Slight flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 66,242 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 66,233 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 59,030 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,379 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 49,378 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 43,066 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,700 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 36,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 28,166 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 28,000 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.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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VK12 XGW is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VK12 XGW, 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 VK12 XGW registered?

VK12 XGW is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 April 2012.

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