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OV12 AVL

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,924 mi
Last recorded20,924 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 AVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 20,924 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 20,551 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 20,178 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 20,057 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 19,071 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 18,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 17,085 miles

All 4 tyres perished / cracked between tyre tread pattern / grooves

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Strongly advice replace all 4 tyres

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 17,085 miles

All 4 tyres perished / cracked between tyre tread pattern / grooves

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Strongly advice replace all 4 tyres

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 15,934 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 15,934 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 15,158 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 14,028 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 14,028 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 12,746 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 10,462 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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OV12 AVL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV12 AVL, 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

How do I check the history of OV12 AVL?

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What year was OV12 AVL registered?

OV12 AVL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is OV12 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 AVL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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