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HD12 OEK

2012 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,871 mi
Last recorded42,871 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD12 OEK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 42,871 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 39,642 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 39,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 37,085 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 34,538 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 30,807 miles

All wheel arches are soiled heavily making inspection difficult

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Underside of vehicle is soiled heavily in places making inspection difficult

Pass 20 Oct 2020 27,798 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 24,741 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 17,257 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 11,081 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 8,276 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 5,418 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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HD12 OEK is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HD12 OEK, 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 HD12 OEK registered?

HD12 OEK is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is HD12 OEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD12 OEK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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