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XO51 LES

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,857 mi
Last recorded100,857 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXO51 LES
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 100,857 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded on axle beam especially around spring seats (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front foglamp not working

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded from rear floor on chassis and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 92,515 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 92,515 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 85,398 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 77,280 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 77,280 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 69,436 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine sump starting to corrode

some parts of underbody has surface corrosion

Fail 3 Mar 2022 69,435 miles

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged loose ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine sump starting to corrode

some parts of underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 3 Mar 2021 62,711 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 56,967 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 49,156 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 42,288 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 34,072 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 34,070 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 29,335 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,976 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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XO51 LES is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XO51 LES, 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 XO51 LES registered?

XO51 LES is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 March 2012.

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