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GF61 XJM

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

34,831 mi
Last recorded34,831 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 XJM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 34,831 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 33,453 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 30,991 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 28,961 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 27,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 26,270 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 25,283 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 24,382 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 21,686 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 17,396 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 13,208 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 8,950 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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GF61 XJM 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 GF61 XJM, 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 GF61 XJM registered?

GF61 XJM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is GF61 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 XJM 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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