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YT62 BSX

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,095 mi
Last recorded76,095 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 BSX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 76,095 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 69,648 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 29 Mar 2024 63,025 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 63,024 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 55,889 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 52,408 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 46,088 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 40,058 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 40,058 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 34,009 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 34,009 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 28,012 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,994 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 22,994 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 18,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 13,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has cuts/splits in inner side wall but not showing cords

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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YT62 BSX is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YT62 BSX, 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 YT62 BSX registered?

YT62 BSX is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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