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YC12 AEK

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,276 mi
Last recorded52,276 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 AEK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 52,276 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 43,582 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 39,794 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 31,271 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 31,271 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 23,644 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 22,155 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 20,902 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 17,253 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 13,097 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 8,989 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 6,442 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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YC12 AEK is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc 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 YC12 AEK, 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

How do I check the history of YC12 AEK?

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What year was YC12 AEK registered?

YC12 AEK is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is YC12 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 AEK 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.

Does YC12 AEK have outstanding finance?

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