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VK12 AEG

2012 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,037 mi
Last recorded47,037 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 AEG
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 47,037 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber play

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2017 41,540 miles

bottom arm bushs split

front pads low

tyres low front cracking on tread rear

Pass 1 Mar 2016 36,630 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 36,628 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 27,588 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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VK12 AEG is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VK12 AEG, 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 VK12 AEG registered?

VK12 AEG is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is VK12 AEG safe to buy?

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