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AU12 XSH

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,843 mi
Last recorded48,843 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 XSH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 48,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2025 45,472 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 40,358 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 34,038 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 34,038 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 32,516 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 29,912 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 28,336 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,701 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 20,924 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 18,204 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 14,911 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 14,881 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 8,159 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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AU12 XSH is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XSH, 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 AU12 XSH registered?

AU12 XSH is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is AU12 XSH safe to buy?

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