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YB12 TPY

2012 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,409 mi
Last recorded65,409 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 TPY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 65,409 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle corroded

n/s sill damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2024 59,618 miles

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

n/s sill damaged

Pass 29 Nov 2023 54,561 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 54,560 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 48,992 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 41,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

some corrosion on exhaust

Pass 7 Oct 2020 39,891 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering system slightly rough on lock to lock check (2.1.1 (a))

some corrosion on exhaust

Pass 7 Oct 2019 38,028 miles

Front notchy through steering wheel

Pass 1 Aug 2018 34,206 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 26,547 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 19,488 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,313 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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YB12 TPY is a 2012 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YB12 TPY, 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 YB12 TPY registered?

YB12 TPY is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is YB12 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 TPY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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