CarVerify

Free Car Check

SJ51 HAY

2012 Mazda MX5

White Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,039 mi
Last recorded22,039 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX532,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 HAY
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 22,039 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres showing signs of wear on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 21,050 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,343 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 17,360 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 15,453 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 14,481 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 12,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 9,751 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 8,527 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 6,376 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 4,752 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
Full Mazda MX5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SJ51 HAY is a 2012 Mazda MX5 in White 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 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 SJ51 HAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ51 HAY?

You can check the full history of SJ51 HAY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SJ51 HAY registered?

SJ51 HAY is a 2012 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is SJ51 HAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ51 HAY 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.

Does SJ51 HAY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SJ51 HAY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.