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FX62 WBJ

2012 Mazda 5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,813 mi
Last recorded171,813 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 WBJ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 171,813 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 169,441 miles

All tyres wearing on inner edge

Various corrosion underbody

Fail 3 Aug 2024 169,441 miles

Various corrosion underbody

All tyres wearing on inner edge

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 159,186 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2022 153,784 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 153,765 miles

Position lamp not working nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn offside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside front lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 145,706 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 133,723 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 133,723 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 124,918 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 124,913 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 105,643 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 105,643 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 87,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 68,846 miles

slight play in n/s/f steering arm.

Pass 4 Dec 2017 51,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2017 33,984 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 33,984 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 18,040 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 3,760 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 3,099 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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FX62 WBJ is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FX62 WBJ, 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 FX62 WBJ registered?

FX62 WBJ is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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