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NC12 ZXX

2012 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,705 mi
Last recorded26,705 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC12 ZXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 26,705 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 25,598 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 24,902 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 23,638 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 23,638 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 23,214 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 23,214 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,728 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 22,728 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2020 21,794 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 21,794 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 20,258 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 19,382 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 17,195 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 15,989 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ZXX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 NC12 ZXX, 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 NC12 ZXX registered?

NC12 ZXX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is NC12 ZXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC12 ZXX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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