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HK12 DXD

2012 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,902 mi
Last recorded33,902 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 DXD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 33,902 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing kerbing damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 33,440 miles

Front Bumper and grill damaged. ns and os wing liners loose, clips missing

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off number plate and mounting damaged (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2024 31,630 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2024 31,626 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 30,044 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 30,044 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

osr tyre has been run flat and sidewalls are damaged

Pass 20 May 2022 29,459 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2022 29,459 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 24,607 miles

Front Front bumper and grille damaged. Clips (fixings) missing from both wing liners

Front Number plate damaged / cracked

Pass 10 Jul 2019 21,385 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 16,993 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 14,517 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 12,589 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,426 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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HK12 DXD is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Silver 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 HK12 DXD, 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 HK12 DXD registered?

HK12 DXD is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is HK12 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 DXD 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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