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WJ12 PUK

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,346 mi
Last recorded59,346 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 PUK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 59,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 57,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 56,749 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 56,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 54,991 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 53,269 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 52,403 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 45,366 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil filter slightly wet

Fail 15 Apr 2020 45,366 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil filter slightly wet

Pass 6 Feb 2019 37,229 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 31,799 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 6 Mar 2018 31,799 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2017 28,790 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 25,673 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 22,415 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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WJ12 PUK is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ12 PUK, 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 WJ12 PUK registered?

WJ12 PUK is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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