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WG12 XPW

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,474 mi
Last recorded60,474 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 60,474 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 55,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated make noise when turn may a dry joint or bush (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 50,199 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 44,410 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 39,254 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 39,245 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 36,297 miles

Offside Front shocker dust coverdamage

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel noise on lock to lock from electric motor (2.3 (a) (i))

under cover fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2019 33,204 miles

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

car has under and over covers can not see all compoments.

Pass 15 Oct 2018 27,091 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 24,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 24,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 20,629 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Jul 2015 19,488 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 XPW is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG12 XPW, 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 WG12 XPW registered?

WG12 XPW is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is WG12 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG12 XPW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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