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BN12 TVU

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,480 mi
Last recorded55,480 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 TVU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 55,480 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 53,751 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

surface corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 27 Nov 2023 51,636 miles

Nearside Front Washer jet not working.

Pass 24 Nov 2022 49,410 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 47,526 miles

Nearside Front washer jet weak

Fail 30 Nov 2021 47,524 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 45,763 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 43,740 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 41,024 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 36,367 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 29,433 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 21,241 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 17,437 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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BN12 TVU is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,798cc 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 BN12 TVU, 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

How do I check the history of BN12 TVU?

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What year was BN12 TVU registered?

BN12 TVU is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BN12 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 TVU 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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