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SM61 KTL

2012 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,909 mi
Last recorded30,909 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 KTL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 30,909 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 30,492 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 27,637 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 26,800 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 25,940 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 25,343 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 22,822 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 22,185 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2020 22,173 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 19,112 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 15,379 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 13,249 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 10,783 miles

very slight corrosion on inner surfaces of all 4 brake discs

Pass 23 Jan 2015 8,467 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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SM61 KTL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM61 KTL, 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

How do I check the history of SM61 KTL?

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What year was SM61 KTL registered?

SM61 KTL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is SM61 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 KTL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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