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YR12 AVC

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,810 mi
Last recorded13,810 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 AVC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 13,810 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 12,891 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2025 12,859 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 11,926 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 10,699 miles

Front steering slightly rough

Fail 16 May 2023 10,699 miles

Front steering slightly rough

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

Pass 17 May 2022 9,641 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 8,229 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2020 7,628 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 6,201 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 4,797 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 3,431 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 2,255 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 1,105 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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YR12 AVC is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YR12 AVC, 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 YR12 AVC registered?

YR12 AVC is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 May 2012.

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The MOT history for YR12 AVC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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