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LO12 UUF

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,903 mi
Last recorded42,903 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 42,903 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres have age related perishing to the side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 35,494 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 35,408 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 34,143 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 30,363 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 29,892 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 28,798 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 28,173 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 28,001 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 25,848 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 25,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2017 24,033 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Fail 4 Oct 2017 24,033 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Oct 2016 22,253 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 14 Oct 2015 20,300 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 UUF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LO12 UUF, 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 UUF registered?

LO12 UUF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is LO12 UUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 UUF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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