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LR12 VBP

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,570 mi
Last recorded58,570 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 VBP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 58,570 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 53,052 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 53,052 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 47,855 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 47,855 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 42,854 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 41,925 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 37,508 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 31,977 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 30,231 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 25,305 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,417 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 15,114 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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LR12 VBP is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LR12 VBP, 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 LR12 VBP registered?

LR12 VBP is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is LR12 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 VBP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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