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X15 RTS

2012 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,891 mi
Last recorded17,891 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX15 RTS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 17,891 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 16,113 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 14,513 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 12,541 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 11,565 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 9,357 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 8,803 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 8,803 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 7,958 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 7,160 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 5,995 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 5,303 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 4,356 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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X15 RTS is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 X15 RTS, 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 X15 RTS registered?

X15 RTS is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is X15 RTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X15 RTS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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