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BG12 ZRE

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,944 mi
Last recorded72,944 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 72,944 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 61,112 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 57,557 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1855515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 54,205 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 53,263 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 53,236 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 51,553 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 51,553 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 50,297 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 48,166 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 44,943 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 43,375 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 38,901 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 32,717 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 25,576 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 ZRE is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZRE, 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 ZRE registered?

BG12 ZRE is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is BG12 ZRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 ZRE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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