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WV62 HWB

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,446 mi
Last recorded153,446 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV62 HWB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 153,446 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 140,789 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 125,139 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 106,428 miles

Brake fluid discoloured.

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm lowest point. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm lowest point. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Nov 2021 87,742 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 69,868 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 62,335 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 62,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 58,015 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 58,015 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 53,451 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 49,021 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 49,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195x45r16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 33,915 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 33,915 miles

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

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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WV62 HWB is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WV62 HWB, 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 WV62 HWB registered?

WV62 HWB is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is WV62 HWB safe to buy?

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