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HM02 HLM

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,470 mi
Last recorded95,470 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHM02 HLM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 95,470 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 95,470 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 82,316 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S Inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 69,132 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 69,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. 205/40/17 by 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracks on the inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 55,221 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 45,334 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 33,043 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 30,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 26,242 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 25,135 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 23,433 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 18,610 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 13,514 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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HM02 HLM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HM02 HLM, 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.

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HM02 HLM is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 October 2012.

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