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R100 JAE

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,679 mi
Last recorded56,679 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 JAE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 56,679 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all rear and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear inner sills corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2024 52,607 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and front mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened both sides ( all rods/arms) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four and both fronts wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 48,977 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 45,125 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 40,956 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

front tyres slightly perished

Pass 25 Sep 2020 38,478 miles

front brake discs pitted on edge

front brake pads thin(inner)

Pass 27 Sep 2019 35,100 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 30,833 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,917 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 23,029 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 18,812 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R100 JAE is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R100 JAE, 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 R100 JAE registered?

R100 JAE is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is R100 JAE safe to buy?

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