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VK12 UFZ

2012 Mazda 5

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,789 mi
Last recorded127,789 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 UFZ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 127,789 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 123,791 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 120,908 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 113,438 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 113,438 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 105,642 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 98,616 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 90,988 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Pass 20 Feb 2019 84,993 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring full inspection

Pass 24 Feb 2018 58,742 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2017 27,592 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 25,047 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 19,288 miles

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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VK12 UFZ is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UFZ, 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 UFZ registered?

VK12 UFZ is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is VK12 UFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 UFZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK12 UFZ have outstanding finance?

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