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R9 GNP

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,938 mi
Last recorded14,938 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 GNP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 14,938 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 14,553 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 14,493 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 2 May 2023 14,391 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 3 May 2022 14,182 miles

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2021 14,061 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2021 14,060 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2019 13,955 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 13,009 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem deteriorated/splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 12,337 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 10,920 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 10,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 9,152 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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R9 GNP is a 2012 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 84.6%.

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 R9 GNP, 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 R9 GNP registered?

R9 GNP is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is R9 GNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 GNP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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