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YR12 DFZ

2012 Mazda 2

Maroon Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,522 mi
Last recorded39,522 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 DFZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 39,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 37,760 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 36,042 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 35,228 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 34,598 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 34,596 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 33,946 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 33,946 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2019 30,786 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,734 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 19,423 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,073 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,582 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 DFZ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Maroon with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DFZ, 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 DFZ registered?

YR12 DFZ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is YR12 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 DFZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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