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GJ62 LCO

2012 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

124,467 mi
Last recorded124,467 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 567,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 LCO
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 124,467 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 112,273 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across rear brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front 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))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

age related corrosion within all prescribed areas under vehicle / general

Fail 9 May 2025 112,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across rear brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front 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))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

age related corrosion within all prescribed areas under vehicle / general

Pass 2 May 2024 99,375 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2024 99,372 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 86,932 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 80,827 miles

Rear pads worn

Pass 23 Apr 2021 78,619 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 71,669 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 71,669 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

tracking required

Pass 26 Mar 2019 61,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to get low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both steering gaiters damp

emissions too clean

exhaust cover loose but secure

Fail 26 Mar 2019 61,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to get low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perished and bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4/5mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/4mm bald edges nail in centre (5.2.3 (e))

both steering gaiters damp

emissions too clean

exhaust cover loose but secure

Pass 17 Feb 2018 56,308 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 48,624 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 43,072 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 34,639 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 34,639 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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GJ62 LCO is a 2012 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GJ62 LCO, 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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GJ62 LCO is a 2012 Mazda 5, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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