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SK60 SHA

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,069 mi
Last recorded69,069 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK60 SHA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 69,069 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 68,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 64,400 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 59,669 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 59,669 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting missing bolt (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting missing bolt (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2023 52,528 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 47,337 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 45,960 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 43,425 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2020 43,425 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 39,445 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 38,052 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 34,158 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both wiper blades split

Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,886 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 21,884 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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SK60 SHA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK60 SHA, 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 SK60 SHA registered?

SK60 SHA is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is SK60 SHA safe to buy?

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