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YB61 OSN

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,342 mi
Last recorded98,342 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 OSN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 98,342 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 96,070 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 24 Jan 2025 96,067 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 Jan 2024 91,542 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 27 Jan 2024 91,542 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 21 Jan 2023 87,211 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2023 87,211 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 83,068 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2022 83,068 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 79,486 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2021 79,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 76,478 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2020 76,478 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 71,861 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 67,827 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 67,825 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 60,749 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 54,030 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 54,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 42,981 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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YB61 OSN is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YB61 OSN, 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 YB61 OSN registered?

YB61 OSN is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 January 2012.

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