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BV12 KXR

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,434 mi
Last recorded24,434 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 KXR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 24,434 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 24,147 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 23,647 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 23,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 23,423 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 22,421 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 20,072 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 17,503 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 14,847 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 11,165 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 9,016 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 5,191 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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BV12 KXR is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour 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 BV12 KXR, 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 BV12 KXR registered?

BV12 KXR is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is BV12 KXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 KXR 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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