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NC12 XTV

2012 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,179 mi
Last recorded43,179 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC12 XTV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 43,179 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2025 42,859 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 42,478 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 42,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 40,763 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 40,263 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 37,297 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 35,737 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 30,872 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 26,880 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 24,495 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 19,350 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 11,125 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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NC12 XTV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NC12 XTV, 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 NC12 XTV registered?

NC12 XTV is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is NC12 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC12 XTV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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