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A26 SWM

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,193 mi
Last recorded92,193 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 SWM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 92,193 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 86,936 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 83,069 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 83,061 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 78,924 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 78,924 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 75,641 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 74,865 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 72,912 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 68,244 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 63,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 58,399 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 46,339 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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A26 SWM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 34,465 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 MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A26 SWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A26 SWM registered?

A26 SWM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is A26 SWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 SWM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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