CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR12 MXV

2012 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,986 mi
Last recorded77,986 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 MXV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 77,986 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 71,988 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 65,743 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 60,599 miles

Clunking noise from steering column

Fail 16 Dec 2022 60,599 miles

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

Clunking noise from steering column

Pass 14 Dec 2021 55,573 miles

clunking noise from steering column

Fail 10 Dec 2021 55,572 miles

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

clunking noise from steering column

Pass 29 Dec 2020 50,337 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel tank heat shield insecure at one end

nearside and offside front shocker gaiter torn

Pass 28 Dec 2019 44,976 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 38,344 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 36,826 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 27,532 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 20,484 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 14,809 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 6,935 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YR12 MXV 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 YR12 MXV, 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

How do I check the history of YR12 MXV?

You can check the full history of YR12 MXV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR12 MXV registered?

YR12 MXV is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is YR12 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 MXV 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.

Does YR12 MXV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YR12 MXV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.