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VN62 VZJ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,310 mi
Last recorded66,310 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 VZJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 66,310 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to 3 mm

Pass 7 Nov 2024 62,336 miles

os front tyre worn below 3 mm and os rear tyre worn to 3 mm

Pass 7 Nov 2023 58,688 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn below 3mm

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut os front and ns rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 54,984 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 50,416 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 46,775 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 41,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 41,848 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 35,444 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced both rear d bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 30,599 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 23,923 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil os and ns rear (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,569 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VN62 VZJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VN62 VZJ, 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 VN62 VZJ registered?

VN62 VZJ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 November 2012.

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