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BG12 VEA

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,203 mi
Last recorded23,203 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VEA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 23,203 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 21,709 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 21,655 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 20,798 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2023 20,788 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 20,560 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 20,215 miles

front wipers split but still clearing screen

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2020 19,191 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 17,554 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2018 16,318 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 13,575 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 10,225 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,571 miles

OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BG12 VEA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon 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 BG12 VEA, 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 BG12 VEA registered?

BG12 VEA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is BG12 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 VEA 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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