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RV62 XJX

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,640 mi
Last recorded107,640 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 XJX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 107,640 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 98,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 98,021 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre cracking perishing and worn on edges

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 91,242 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 + Cracking and Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wing/ Bodywork damage

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

Fail 19 Sep 2023 91,226 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides lens cloudy, headlight image not visible (4.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 + Cracking and Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wing/ Bodywork damage

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 84,085 miles

front shock absorber dust covers showing deterioration

o/s/f wing and bumper showing damage

under shield

Pass 14 Sep 2021 77,332 miles

front shock absorber dust covers showing deterioration

o/s/f wing and bumper showing damage

under shield

Pass 15 Sep 2020 71,198 miles

front brake pads approx 65% worn

front shock absorber dust covers showing deterioration

o/s/r coil spring showing corrosion

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

screw in o/s/f tyre

under shield

Pass 18 Sep 2019 64,074 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

o/s/r tyre has 3mm of tread remaining

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

under shield

Pass 19 Sep 2018 53,862 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 45,146 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 35,522 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 25,515 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 25,515 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RV62 XJX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RV62 XJX, 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 RV62 XJX registered?

RV62 XJX is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is RV62 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 XJX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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