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L121 BTR

2014 Mazda 5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,756 mi
Last recorded73,756 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda 561,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL121 BTR
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 73,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 59,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 48,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 47,362 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 45,174 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 40,934 miles

N/S/R, O/S/R, AND O/S/F TYRES WORN ON EDGES

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 38,147 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 30,757 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 23,894 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 23,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2017 17,723 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 17,723 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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L121 BTR is a 2014 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 61,035 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L121 BTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 12 years old, this Mazda 5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L121 BTR registered?

L121 BTR is a 2014 Mazda 5, first registered on 9 March 2014.

Is L121 BTR safe to buy?

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