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YC62 OCZ

2012 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,184 mi
Last recorded104,184 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MX-534,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 OCZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 104,184 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 96,424 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

many parts under car covered in surface corrision

Pass 2 Dec 2023 90,900 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 86,767 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 83,248 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 74,047 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 69,872 miles

cant visually inspect rear inner brake pads

Pass 25 Oct 2018 54,138 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 54,138 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 34,094 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 21,914 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracked between tread

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 18,131 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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YC62 OCZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 YC62 OCZ, 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 YC62 OCZ registered?

YC62 OCZ is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2012.

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