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RV12 JFF

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,780 mi
Last recorded72,780 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 JFF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 72,780 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 72,780 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 62,226 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 62,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 62,143 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 62,125 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2024 56,589 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 52,977 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 49,603 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 45,794 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 40,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,275 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 32,805 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 26,449 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 20,780 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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RV12 JFF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc 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 RV12 JFF, 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 RV12 JFF registered?

RV12 JFF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 June 2012.

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