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ML12 RWW

2012 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,752 mi
Last recorded84,752 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 RWW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 84,752 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 84,752 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 84,407 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 84,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 77,080 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 77,080 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 52,692 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 52,692 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 41,417 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 40,987 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 40,987 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 15 Nov 2019 36,763 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 31,048 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 24,536 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 21,652 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 18,089 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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ML12 RWW is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ML12 RWW, 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.

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What year was ML12 RWW registered?

ML12 RWW is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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