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P512 MBY

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

88,688 mi
Last recorded88,688 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 MBY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 88,688 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2026 88,688 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 88,269 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 88,085 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 87,840 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 87,649 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 87,453 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 87,453 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 87,277 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 86,457 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 85,502 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 84,504 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 83,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (under wing corroded & holed) (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all dampers (2.7.2a)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 26 Jan 2016 83,026 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (under wing corroded & holed) (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all dampers (2.7.2a)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2015 82,123 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

bottom of n/s front wing corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2014 81,281 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 79,728 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 79,728 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 78,581 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 77,477 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 75,841 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Jan 2010 75,841 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 74,414 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 72,908 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 70,543 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 66,847 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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P512 MBY is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 P512 MBY, 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 30 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P512 MBY registered?

P512 MBY is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 December 1996.

Is P512 MBY safe to buy?

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