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WF12 XWR

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,095 mi
Last recorded107,095 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 XWR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 107,095 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2026 107,095 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 103,115 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point has slight corrosion but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 96,835 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn to 2mm and is smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point has slight corrosion but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre misshapen on inside edge

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Slight damage to belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point has slight corrosion but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play in both front inner rack arms. ()

Sill covers fitted, obscuring view of sills.

Fail 21 Feb 2024 96,835 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox separated at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Backbox (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn to 2mm and is smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point has slight corrosion but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre misshapen on inside edge

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Slight damage to belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point has slight corrosion but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play in both front inner rack arms. ()

Sill covers fitted, obscuring view of sills.

Pass 13 Jun 2022 84,249 miles

Both front headlamps starting to deteriorate

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to backbox joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Misshapen on inside edge

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Misshapen on inside edge and heavily cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 77,610 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring underside from inspection

Pass 17 Jun 2019 69,774 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 69,773 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 65,093 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wiper blade starting to split

Pass 14 Sep 2017 57,446 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 57,077 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 47,939 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 47,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 40,683 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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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WF12 XWR is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WF12 XWR, 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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WF12 XWR is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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