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AV57 DOJ

2008 Mazda 5

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,932 mi
Last recorded95,932 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 DOJ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 May 2026 95,932 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 69,288 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 68,066 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 66,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 64,893 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 63,700 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 63,700 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 62,772 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 60,033 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 56,866 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 53,105 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jan 2016 49,033 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 43,312 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 39,332 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 36,465 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 31,522 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 25,584 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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AV57 DOJ is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 74,415 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 AV57 DOJ, 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 18 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV57 DOJ registered?

AV57 DOJ is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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