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BG12 ZRD

2012 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,420 mi
Last recorded151,420 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 ZRD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 151,420 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 148,250 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 148,250 miles

Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 139,028 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 125,297 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 125,297 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 103,999 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Pass 4 Feb 2021 86,053 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 727,474 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 727,474 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 66,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner tread area wear and cut on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 18 May 2019 66,668 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner tread area wear and cut on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2018 54,364 miles

o/s/f lower ball joint rubber is slightly worn

Pass 16 May 2017 44,484 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 34,965 miles

knock heard from steering lock to lock

rear tyres have splits no cords showing

Pass 19 May 2015 17,902 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 ZRD is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Black 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 BG12 ZRD, 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 BG12 ZRD registered?

BG12 ZRD is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is BG12 ZRD safe to buy?

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