CarVerify

Free Car Check

VN62 YYU

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,601 mi
Last recorded44,601 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 YYU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 44,601 miles

Front subframe corroded

Rear axle corroded

underbody trays fitted (wet mot)

Pass 27 Jan 2023 40,264 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 40,264 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 33,525 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2022 33,525 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Catching rear wheel (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 27,529 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 25,047 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 22,086 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 22,086 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 18,443 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 14,833 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 10,696 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VN62 YYU is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN62 YYU, 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

How do I check the history of VN62 YYU?

You can check the full history of VN62 YYU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VN62 YYU registered?

VN62 YYU is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is VN62 YYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 YYU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN62 YYU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VN62 YYU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.