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FV12 ECA

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,761 mi
Last recorded57,761 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 ECA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 57,761 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened ns and os (5.3.3 (b) (i))

m,t

Pass 18 Oct 2024 55,075 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 53,539 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 50,457 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2021 47,759 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,234 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 36,989 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 27,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 18,139 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,144 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 14,554 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 12,270 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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FV12 ECA 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 100%.

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 FV12 ECA, 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 FV12 ECA registered?

FV12 ECA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is FV12 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 ECA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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