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DU12 HSJ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,652 mi
Last recorded76,652 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 HSJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 76,652 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 75,712 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 75,710 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 72,021 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2023 70,600 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 59,557 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 48,260 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 34,259 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 29,456 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 25,179 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 22,692 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 15,293 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 9,654 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DU12 HSJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour 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 DU12 HSJ, 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 DU12 HSJ registered?

DU12 HSJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DU12 HSJ safe to buy?

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