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BM09 ABM

2012 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,010 mi
Last recorded58,010 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM09 ABM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 58,010 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 58,010 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 51,796 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 46,616 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 42,316 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 41,093 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 41,093 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 40,158 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 39,878 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 38,987 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 37,904 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 34,992 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 25,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BM09 ABM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BM09 ABM, 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 BM09 ABM registered?

BM09 ABM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is BM09 ABM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM09 ABM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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