2012 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · BJ61 WJO
2012 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 32,145 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,145 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ61 WJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 32,145 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
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BJ61 WJO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mazda Mx-5 (BJ61 WJO) between January 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
BJ61 WJO Mileage History
- 07/01/202227,663 mi
- 22/12/202228,657 mi+994 mi
- 04/04/202429,762 mi+1,105 mi
- 03/04/202530,762 mi+1,000 mi
- 31/03/202632,145 mi+1,383 mi
Average of roughly 1,060 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NC)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear Sill and Arch CorrosionSerious
Road salt and trapped moisture cause the metal to rot from the inside out.
- Ignition Coil and Spark Plug MisfireModerate
The NC MX-5 is prone to misfires caused by deterioration of the thin wiring to the ignition coils, which leads to coil failure. Symptoms include rough idle, hesitation under acceleration and the engine management light. The fix is typically new coils and plugs.
- Soft-Top Window Hazing and Water IngressModerate
The plastic rear window on the soft-top can haze or craze with age, reducing rear visibility. More seriously, the roof seals and rain rails can fail, letting water into the cabin and accelerating sill corrosion from the inside.
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