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BK12 RSX

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,655 mi
Last recorded28,655 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 RSX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 28,655 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Mar 2024 28,445 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 28,422 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 28,265 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2021 27,404 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

underside of vehicle has general corrosion

Pass 4 Mar 2020 27,306 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 25,942 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 25,942 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 23,991 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 20,297 miles

both front tyres has cracks in the treads.

both rear tyres has cracks in the treads.

Pass 17 Mar 2016 15,807 miles

both rear tyres has cracks in the treads

Pass 17 Mar 2015 11,563 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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BK12 RSX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BK12 RSX, 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 BK12 RSX registered?

BK12 RSX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is BK12 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 RSX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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