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GF12 BDZ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,890 mi
Last recorded56,890 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 BDZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 56,890 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 56,890 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 55,788 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 55,050 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 53,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 52,478 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 51,920 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 51,920 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 49,087 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 49,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 44,573 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 38,474 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 30,721 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 23,115 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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GF12 BDZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF12 BDZ, 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 GF12 BDZ registered?

GF12 BDZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is GF12 BDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 BDZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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