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R478 XBT

2012 Mazda MPV

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

191,555 mi
Last recorded191,555 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda MPV122,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 XBT
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 191,555 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under side of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 7 Apr 2025 191,554 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn drive shaft loose in constant velocity joint and has no drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under side of vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 29 Feb 2024 189,154 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all of underneath has been undersealed so couldn't do full inspection

Pass 20 Mar 2023 185,041 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 181,044 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 180,926 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 178,646 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 172,106 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAY/ENGINE COVER FITTED

Pass 29 Nov 2017 166,119 miles

Coolant leak ()

EXHAUST CORRODED

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit UNDERTRAY/ENGINE COVER FITTED (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 158,499 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes covered in substance

undersealed under body

Pass 5 Nov 2015 153,486 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 149,848 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 143,025 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 127,349 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MPV?

Based on 44,611 MOT tests across 3,157 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
6,780
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,401
position lamp(s) not working 1,305
Registration plate lamp not working 1,115
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 982
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R478 XBT is a 2012 Mazda MPV in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 122,236 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MPV fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R478 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MPV typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda MPV is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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R478 XBT is a 2012 Mazda MPV, first registered on 1 October 2012.

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