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LO12 PZF

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,405 mi
Last recorded54,405 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 PZF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 54,405 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 53,303 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 52,498 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 51,245 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 49,601 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 46,803 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 45,814 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 42,369 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 39,020 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 38,296 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Front both tyres worn on inside and outside edges and cracked and perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit & worn on inside edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit & worn on inside edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,945 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 24,571 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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LO12 PZF 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 LO12 PZF, 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 LO12 PZF registered?

LO12 PZF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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