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MK12 MGX

2012 Mazda 5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,270 mi
Last recorded103,270 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 MGX
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 103,270 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 92,920 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 82,389 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 78,004 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 74,171 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 72,413 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 72,242 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted at bead section. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 72,239 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted at bead section. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread section (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 70,071 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 64,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 59,581 miles

advise n/s and o/s rear dampers a little weak monitor recommend replacement

Pass 4 Dec 2015 54,032 miles

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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MK12 MGX is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 67,573 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 MK12 MGX, 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 14 years old, this Mazda 5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK12 MGX registered?

MK12 MGX is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is MK12 MGX safe to buy?

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