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LC12 PTX

2012 Mazda MX5

Black Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,069 mi
Last recorded73,069 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX532,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 PTX
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 73,069 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2025 73,030 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 63,597 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 58,388 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 53,326 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 46,255 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 42,901 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 38,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 33,213 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 May 2017 29,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 25,289 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,833 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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LC12 PTX is a 2012 Mazda MX5 in Black with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 32,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC12 PTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda MX5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LC12 PTX registered?

LC12 PTX is a 2012 Mazda MX5, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LC12 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 PTX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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