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AV12 OUO

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,834 mi
Last recorded103,834 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OUO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 103,834 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components sub frame rods arms anti roll bar links (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 102,670 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components sub frame suspension arms coil springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 99,210 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 96,567 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 93,210 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 89,781 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 89,781 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 89,482 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 83,896 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 71,527 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2017 59,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 48,044 miles

front wipers smear

Pass 19 May 2015 35,263 miles

headlamp aims tested as presented on position 1

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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AV12 OUO is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 AV12 OUO, 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 AV12 OUO registered?

AV12 OUO is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is AV12 OUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OUO 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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