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MF12 EEA

2012 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,515 mi
Last recorded77,515 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 EEA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 77,515 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 75,328 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 75,327 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 70,479 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 64,818 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 64,814 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2022 59,778 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 50,456 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 41,094 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 41,072 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,395 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 39,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 37,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 36,607 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 30,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MF12 EEA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in White 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 MF12 EEA, 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 MF12 EEA registered?

MF12 EEA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is MF12 EEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 EEA 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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