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WK12 VRN

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,078 mi
Last recorded126,078 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK12 VRN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 126,078 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2025 119,180 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 111,774 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 104,649 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 96,611 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 93,140 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 93,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre going out of shape.

Pass 3 Feb 2020 89,629 miles

fuel pipes/subframes/inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2019 86,754 miles

Small chips in windscreen

Pass 27 Apr 2018 77,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cuts on the inner wall but no cords on show (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cuts on the inner wall but no cords on show (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2017 67,227 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 51,922 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 37,945 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 37,542 miles

Bonnet damaged

Both front tyres low on inner edges

Both rear tyres stepped on inner edges

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Rear bumper damaged

Rear crossmember/boot floor damaged

Fail 20 Mar 2015 37,542 miles

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

Bonnet damaged

Both front tyres low on inner edges

Both rear tyres stepped on inner edges

Rear bumper damaged

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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WK12 VRN is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 WK12 VRN, 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 WK12 VRN registered?

WK12 VRN is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2012.

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The MOT history for WK12 VRN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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