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YR12 YBX

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,655 mi
Last recorded59,655 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 YBX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 59,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 57,599 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2025 57,599 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 55,152 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 52,228 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 49,069 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 45,068 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 41,958 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 7 May 2020 41,958 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 20 May 2019 37,784 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 32,930 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,930 miles

Both rear tyres stepped

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 May 2016 22,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 17,812 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 17,756 miles

Nearside Rear Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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YR12 YBX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YR12 YBX, 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

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What year was YR12 YBX registered?

YR12 YBX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is YR12 YBX safe to buy?

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