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SM12 LUL

2012 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

123,917 mi
Last recorded123,917 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 LUL
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 123,917 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 116,522 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Aug 2022 110,994 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 102,968 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 102,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 99,224 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 81,374 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 78,508 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 67,637 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 54,046 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 42,851 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SM12 LUL is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM12 LUL, 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 SM12 LUL registered?

SM12 LUL is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SM12 LUL safe to buy?

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