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LP12 FDV

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,629 mi
Last recorded8,629 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 FDV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 8,629 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 8,120 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 7,666 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 7,258 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 6,668 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 6,244 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 5,135 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 4,540 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 4,536 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 3,925 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 3,448 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 2,679 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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LP12 FDV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LP12 FDV, 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

How do I check the history of LP12 FDV?

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What year was LP12 FDV registered?

LP12 FDV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LP12 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 FDV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP12 FDV have outstanding finance?

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