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BG12 VEL

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,520 mi
Last recorded18,520 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VEL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 18,520 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 17,497 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 16,690 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 15,904 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 15,020 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 14,074 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 13,100 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 9,789 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 8,088 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 6,202 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 4,865 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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BG12 VEL is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG12 VEL, 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 BG12 VEL registered?

BG12 VEL is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is BG12 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 VEL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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