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WP61 XXN

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

109,892 mi
Last recorded109,892 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 XXN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 109,892 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 103,140 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Sep 2023 100,375 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 100,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 97,164 miles

Knock From Front Suspension

Fail 6 Sep 2022 97,151 miles

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

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

Knock From Front Suspension

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 93,245 miles

Uneven Tread Wear NSR Tyre

Fail 1 Sep 2021 93,245 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Uneven Tread Wear NSR Tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2020 91,589 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 91,589 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jan 2020 89,339 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield part insecure but not causing a fire risk at time of test - advise re-secure loose shield

Fail 25 Jan 2020 89,339 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust heat shield part insecure but not causing a fire risk at time of test - advise re-secure loose shield

Pass 26 Jan 2019 67,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of axle have brake pads that appear worn thin - advise full check with road wheels removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smears but clears screen sufficiently at time of test (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield part insecure but not causing a fire risk at time of test - advise re-secure loose shield to prevent full detachment

Fail 26 Jan 2019 67,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of axle have brake pads that appear worn thin - advise full check with road wheels removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smears but clears screen sufficiently at time of test (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust heat shield part insecure but not causing a fire risk at time of test - advise re-secure loose shield to prevent full detachment

Pass 20 Jan 2018 52,577 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 42,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 42,261 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 34,495 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 26,669 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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WP61 XXN is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 WP61 XXN, 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 WP61 XXN registered?

WP61 XXN is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is WP61 XXN safe to buy?

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