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SB12 SSZ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,009 mi
Last recorded13,009 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 SSZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 13,009 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 13,009 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 11,439 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 10,233 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 9,417 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 8,907 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 8,563 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 7,656 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 6,755 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 6,333 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 5,345 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 3,962 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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SB12 SSZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc 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 SB12 SSZ, 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 SB12 SSZ registered?

SB12 SSZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is SB12 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 SSZ 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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