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YR12 OAO

2012 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,114 mi
Last recorded58,114 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 OAO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 58,114 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 56,600 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 54,441 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 51,476 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 47,343 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 47,343 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 43,444 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 40,495 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 36,239 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 32,260 miles

both front tyres inner sidewall cracking

Fail 8 Mar 2018 32,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres inner sidewall cracking

Pass 22 Feb 2017 27,110 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 22,884 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 18,323 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 OAO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Blue 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 OAO, 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 OAO registered?

YR12 OAO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YR12 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 OAO 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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