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WG12 JJX

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,155 mi
Last recorded74,155 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 JJX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 74,155 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2026 73,817 miles

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

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

all front suspension components have some corrosion

floor areas at underside of vehicle have some corrosion

rear axle beam corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2026 73,817 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to dirty lenses (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

all front suspension components have some corrosion

floor areas at underside of vehicle have some corrosion

rear axle beam corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2025 73,658 miles

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

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

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

rear axle beam becoming rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2024 73,477 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 73,264 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective front both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front sub frame and suspension rusty

rear axle ect rusty

Pass 1 Feb 2022 73,041 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 71,418 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2021 71,415 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 62,022 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 62,018 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 55,097 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 55,097 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,427 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 36,329 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 21,935 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 11,951 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
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WG12 JJX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WG12 JJX, 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 WG12 JJX registered?

WG12 JJX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 June 2012.

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