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VK62 TXZ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,321 mi
Last recorded14,321 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 TXZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,321 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 13,565 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 12,332 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 12,061 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 11,808 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 10,732 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 8,994 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 6,728 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 6,422 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 5,729 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 5,194 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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VK62 TXZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK62 TXZ, 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 VK62 TXZ registered?

VK62 TXZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is VK62 TXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 TXZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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