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GF12 XEP

2012 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,511 mi
Last recorded82,511 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 XEP
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 82,511 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 78,120 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 78,047 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 78,034 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2023 76,513 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 76,511 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 68,783 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 58,720 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 48,820 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 39,042 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 31,891 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 21,514 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 9,373 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 9,352 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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GF12 XEP is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF12 XEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF12 XEP registered?

GF12 XEP is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is GF12 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 XEP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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