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D1 RTM

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,203 mi
Last recorded34,203 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 RTM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 34,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 31,190 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 30,592 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 30,223 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 30,223 miles

Emissions unable to be completed CO Levels Too High (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 28,636 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 27,019 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal unable to assess condition (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose rubbing on anti roll bar

Pass 13 Oct 2020 25,196 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 23,967 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 22,183 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 18,602 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 16,155 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 11,978 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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D1 RTM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black 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 D1 RTM, 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 D1 RTM registered?

D1 RTM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is D1 RTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 RTM 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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