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YS61 HZJ

2012 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,073 mi
Last recorded81,073 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 246,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 HZJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 81,073 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Oct 2024 72,475 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 72,474 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 64,525 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 57,805 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 57,805 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 56,333 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 56,333 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

Pass 22 Feb 2019 51,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective slight split ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2019 51,476 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective slight split ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2018 43,872 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 36,896 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing thin outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2016 29,627 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 24,197 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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YS61 HZJ is a 2012 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YS61 HZJ, 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.

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What year was YS61 HZJ registered?

YS61 HZJ is a 2012 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 February 2012.

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