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LR62 YXH

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,862 mi
Last recorded30,862 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 YXH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 30,862 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 29,449 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 27,907 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 27,907 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 27,179 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 27,179 miles

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

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 25,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 24,602 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 24,602 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 22,035 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 17,701 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 17,701 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 14,207 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 11,120 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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LR62 YXH is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LR62 YXH, 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 LR62 YXH registered?

LR62 YXH is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is LR62 YXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR62 YXH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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