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AU12 XRV

2012 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,832 mi
Last recorded59,832 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 XRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 59,832 miles

underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 29 Nov 2024 52,937 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 46,736 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 41,366 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 38,825 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 36,611 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 34,945 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 32,624 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 27,446 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 27,446 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 25,738 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 23,188 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 20,068 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AU12 XRV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in White 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 AU12 XRV, 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 AU12 XRV registered?

AU12 XRV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AU12 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 XRV 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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