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DG12 JOJ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,577 mi
Last recorded27,577 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 JOJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 27,577 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 26,388 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 25,209 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 23,842 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 23,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 22,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Oct 2020 20,855 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 18,209 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,836 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,581 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,259 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,249 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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DG12 JOJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 DG12 JOJ, 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 DG12 JOJ registered?

DG12 JOJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is DG12 JOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 JOJ 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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