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FY62 DHN

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,583 mi
Last recorded23,583 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 DHN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 23,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin not low but worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 22,882 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both splitting in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 22,182 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 21,563 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,351 miles

Front brake pads wearing

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 20,549 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 19,928 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 19,332 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,367 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 18,367 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 17,276 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 16,013 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 14,523 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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FY62 DHN 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 FY62 DHN, 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 FY62 DHN?

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What year was FY62 DHN registered?

FY62 DHN is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is FY62 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 DHN 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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