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VK61 ZBF

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,371 mi
Last recorded59,371 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 ZBF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 59,371 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 59,292 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 52,976 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 52,975 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 47,773 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive poss filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 44,190 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 39,848 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,936 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 30,907 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,622 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 20,494 miles

Under-trays and covers fitted obstructing some testable items.

Fail 12 May 2016 20,494 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All Four 205/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Under-trays and covers fitted obstructing some testable items.

Pass 23 Feb 2015 18,376 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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VK61 ZBF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VK61 ZBF, 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 VK61 ZBF registered?

VK61 ZBF is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 January 2012.

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