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WL61 FNF

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,862 mi
Last recorded84,862 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL61 FNF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 84,862 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 84,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lens clouded over (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lens clouded over (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 79,406 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 73,273 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 86,173 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 63,163 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 58,414 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 52,932 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 44,310 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 44,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2017 39,363 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 37,428 miles

Advise, minor damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 28 Jan 2016 29,919 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 29,919 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 19,470 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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WL61 FNF is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WL61 FNF, 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 WL61 FNF registered?

WL61 FNF is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is WL61 FNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL61 FNF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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