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AF62 VGN

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,186 mi
Last recorded71,186 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VGN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 71,186 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 63,536 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly on outer edges

Pass 31 Jan 2024 55,929 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 2-3mm of tread approx (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 46,242 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 37,342 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 29,610 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively corrosion on faces . (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre perished /cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre perished / cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 29,069 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 27,468 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 24,691 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 19,985 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 15,937 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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AF62 VGN is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black 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 AF62 VGN, 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 AF62 VGN registered?

AF62 VGN is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 December 2012.

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