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YT61 BYZ

2011 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

40,808 mi
Last recorded40,808 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 250,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT61 BYZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 40,808 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2026 40,808 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 37,909 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offiside (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 37,909 miles

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

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offiside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and Offside ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 34,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 34,794 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 32,177 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 32,177 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 29,192 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 29,192 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s +n/s front inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 27,067 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 26,298 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 24,186 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 24,186 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 22,093 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 18,931 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 14,640 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 14,068 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 10,906 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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YT61 BYZ is a 2011 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 50,566 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 YT61 BYZ, 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 15 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 YT61 BYZ registered?

YT61 BYZ is a 2011 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is YT61 BYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT61 BYZ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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