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SA62 VNL

2012 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,454 mi
Last recorded83,454 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA62 VNL
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 83,454 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear seats folded away limiting inspection of seats and belts

undertrays and outer sill covers limiting inspection

Pass 12 Dec 2024 77,286 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear seats folded away limiting inspection

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2023 72,169 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to rear suspension components

rear seats folded away limiting inspection

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2022 65,679 miles

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Fail 9 Dec 2022 65,675 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2020 55,579 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Fail 11 Dec 2020 55,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 4 Dec 2019 48,040 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 41,246 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 41,245 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 32,297 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 27,801 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 19,993 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 19,933 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 12,456 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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SA62 VNL is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA62 VNL, 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 SA62 VNL registered?

SA62 VNL is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 25 September 2012.

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