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MA12 MXS

2012 Honda Cr-z

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,611 mi
Last recorded122,611 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cr-z55,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 MXS
MakeHonda
ModelCr-z
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 122,611 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 122,601 miles

engine rattling

front & rear brake discs pitting & corrosion

nsf/osf ball joint gaiters deterioating

runout on front & rear brakes [rbt]

slight bind on front wheels

Pass 1 Jun 2023 119,655 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 119,651 miles

Emissions unable to be completed misfiring and running very weak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 106,452 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 106,448 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 97,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 91,477 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 91,142 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 85,225 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 76,127 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 60,958 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 47,362 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 33,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Honda Cr-z?

Based on 56,981 MOT tests across 4,266 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
4,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 441
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 395
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 258
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MA12 MXS is a 2012 Honda Cr-z in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cr-z models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 55,018 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 Honda Cr-z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 441 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA12 MXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cr-z typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cr-z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA12 MXS registered?

MA12 MXS is a 2012 Honda Cr-z, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is MA12 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA12 MXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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