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AD62 BDF

2012 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,856 mi
Last recorded19,856 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD62 BDF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 19,856 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 18,004 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

headlamps been fitted with beam converters

Pass 15 Nov 2023 17,548 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 17,095 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 17,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up right side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up right side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 16,442 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 16,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Vehicle LHD import, aim kick up goes right not left (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Vehicle LHD import, aim kick up goes right not left (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 16,171 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 16,171 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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AD62 BDF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AD62 BDF, 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 AD62 BDF registered?

AD62 BDF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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