CarVerify

Free Car Check

AF62 VGT

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,710 mi
Last recorded74,710 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 74,710 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 70,484 miles

rear anti roll bar link bars have slight play

Pass 23 Oct 2023 65,430 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 59,641 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 52,564 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 46,585 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 39,338 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 39,338 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 38,267 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 34,546 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 30,322 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 30,135 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 24,614 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AF62 VGT is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black 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 AF62 VGT, 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

How do I check the history of AF62 VGT?

You can check the full history of AF62 VGT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF62 VGT registered?

AF62 VGT is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AF62 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VGT 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.

Does AF62 VGT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AF62 VGT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.