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AU11 ARJ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,764 mi
Last recorded74,764 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU11 ARJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2025 74,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ougher sidewall cracking + minor tear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 71,399 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 68,803 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 68,377 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 67,759 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 66,888 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 66,423 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 66,423 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 61,137 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 61,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 36,871 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 26,225 miles

Both rear tyres worn badly on inner edge

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 26,225 miles

Both rear tyres worn badly on inner edge

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 161,162 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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AU11 ARJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AU11 ARJ, 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 AU11 ARJ registered?

AU11 ARJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AU11 ARJ safe to buy?

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