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YS61 GZT

2012 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,203 mi
Last recorded57,203 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 GZT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 57,203 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Fail 2 Sep 2025 57,203 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring insecure Incorrect fitment (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2024 55,494 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 55,493 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 53,555 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2022 50,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Trailing arm mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Trailing arm mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar and lower outer sill damaged but not affecting load stability or security (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 26 Aug 2022 50,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Trailing arm mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Trailing arm mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar and lower outer sill damaged but not affecting load stability or security (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2021 48,572 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 48,572 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 43,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 41,395 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough steering colume knocking (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 37,053 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,904 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 26,529 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 19,693 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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YS61 GZT is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YS61 GZT, 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 YS61 GZT registered?

YS61 GZT is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 February 2012.

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