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A8 SHP

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,413 mi
Last recorded55,413 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SHP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 55,413 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 54,233 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 54,231 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 10 May 2024 53,100 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 50,232 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,731 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 42,469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 39,297 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 36,398 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At intermediate silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 31,063 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 26,868 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 22,380 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,524 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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A8 SHP is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A8 SHP, 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 A8 SHP registered?

A8 SHP is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is A8 SHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 SHP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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