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R12 MJW

2014 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,371 mi
Last recorded63,371 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda MX-528,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 MJW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 63,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 63,370 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 57,746 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 52,995 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2024 52,994 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall 205/45r17 84v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 47,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 42,939 miles

undertrays

Pass 18 May 2021 37,610 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 May 2021 37,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 35,667 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 31,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2018 26,809 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 17,806 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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R12 MJW is a 2014 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2014 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 28,494 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 R12 MJW, 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 12 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R12 MJW registered?

R12 MJW is a 2014 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2014.

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