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YE62 JYS

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,642 mi
Last recorded59,642 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 JYS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 59,642 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 59,629 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal weaping oil from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 58,402 miles

knocking on steering when turning

Pass 5 Jan 2024 56,186 miles

knocking on steering u/j

Pass 10 Jan 2023 52,838 miles

notchy play in steering

Pass 13 Jan 2022 48,618 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 45,396 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 42,242 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 42,242 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 36,160 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 29,254 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 29,254 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 22,373 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 22,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/45/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

Pass 4 Jan 2016 15,043 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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YE62 JYS is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YE62 JYS, 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 YE62 JYS registered?

YE62 JYS is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is YE62 JYS safe to buy?

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