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HG12 AVN

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,920 mi
Last recorded33,920 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 AVN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 33,920 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 33,920 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 32,774 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 31,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 30,272 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 29,553 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 28,592 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 25,317 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 22,623 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 22,623 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 20,237 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 15,653 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 12,088 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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HG12 AVN is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HG12 AVN, 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 HG12 AVN registered?

HG12 AVN is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is HG12 AVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 AVN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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