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D25 REA

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,475 mi
Last recorded47,475 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD25 REA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 47,475 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 43,432 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 38,942 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 34,561 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 32,315 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,815 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 28,824 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 26,840 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 24,130 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 9 Jun 2017 24,130 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack in treads & sidewalls

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,185 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

undertray fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 16,470 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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D25 REA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc 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 D25 REA, 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 D25 REA?

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What year was D25 REA registered?

D25 REA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is D25 REA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D25 REA 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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