2012 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · WF12 OLU

The 2012 Mazda 2 presents a stable maintenance trend, currently holding a valid MOT certificate issued on 11 March 2026 at 115,710 miles. The most recent test recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards on that date. However, the record shows an anomaly for that same day, listing a failed test at the identical mileage with no defects noted. This pattern repeats the previous year, with both a pass and a fail logged on 21 February 2025 at 104,352 miles, again without any recorded defects. These duplicate entries likely reflect clerical errors or aborted tests at the station rather than genuine mechanical failures, leaving the actual maintenance trend clean and stable. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the March 2024 test at 90,826 miles and the February 2025 test at 104,352 miles, the car covered 13,526 miles over an eleven-month period. The subsequent thirteen months saw an increase of 11,358 miles, reaching the current 115,710 miles. This demonstrates consistent, regular use without alarming gaps in the testing history or sudden, extreme spikes in mileage that might suggest prolonged neglect or high-stress driving. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a fourteen-year-old supermini. Buyers should thoroughly examine the structural integrity of the underbody and sills for corrosion, a common issue as these vehicles age. Suspension components, particularly the coil springs and trailing arm bushes, require close scrutiny for wear or fracture. Inspect the braking system for uneven disc wear and check the exhaust system for leaks or deteriorating mountings. Tyre condition and age should also be verified, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth.