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YR12 PFO

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,011 mi
Last recorded20,011 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 PFO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 20,011 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 17,566 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 17,565 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 15,961 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 15,664 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 14,821 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 13,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 13,074 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 11,655 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 7,669 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 7,669 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 7,217 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 6,680 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,750 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 5,362 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 PFO is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc 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 PFO, 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 PFO registered?

YR12 PFO is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is YR12 PFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 PFO 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.

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