2012 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · JT51 JOY
2012 Mazda MX-5 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 73,965 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,965 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JT51 JOY Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2026
- 73,965 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JT51 JOY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mazda Mx-5 (JT51 JOY) between September 2015 and June 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
JT51 JOY Mileage History
- 01/09/201520,738 mi
- 23/08/201627,560 mi+6,822 mi
- 22/08/201734,470 mi+6,910 mi
- 10/09/201840,880 mi+6,410 mi
- 02/09/201947,973 mi+7,093 mi
- 10/09/202055,008 mi+7,035 mi
- 15/07/202158,773 mi+3,765 mi
- 05/07/202262,134 mi+3,361 mi
- 05/07/202262,134 mi
- 28/06/202364,345 mi+2,211 mi
- 24/06/202466,382 mi+2,037 mi
- 24/06/202570,222 mi+3,840 mi
- 24/06/202570,222 mi
- 16/06/202673,965 mi+3,743 mi
Average of roughly 4,933 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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
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