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WV12 BZS

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,999 mi
Last recorded73,999 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 BZS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 73,999 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 73,999 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 71,062 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 70,286 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 67,582 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 63,997 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 60,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 57,471 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 54,338 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 48,967 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 41,447 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 41,446 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 34,330 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 34,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 May 2016 28,111 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 20,884 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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WV12 BZS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 WV12 BZS, 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 WV12 BZS registered?

WV12 BZS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is WV12 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 BZS 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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