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A5 TCT

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,484 mi
Last recorded27,484 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 TCT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 27,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 26,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 24,978 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 23,926 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 21,816 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 20,235 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 18,820 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 16,175 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 14,648 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 12,390 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 9,090 miles

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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A5 TCT is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A5 TCT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 TCT registered?

A5 TCT is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is A5 TCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 TCT shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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