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AX08 JOV

2008 Mazda 5

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,859 mi
Last recorded127,859 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 JOV
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 127,859 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 121,800 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 121,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine possibly from oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 112,664 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Sep 2018 85,139 miles

advise blow on rear exhaust

Pass 23 Sep 2017 78,551 miles

N/S/R Tyre cracked on inner facing sidewall, but no cords or ply visible.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 77,029 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 74,345 miles

Nearside Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear (4.1.D.1e)

Offside obligatory electric mirror lazy to adjust

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

Rear n/s and o/s tyres deteriorated and started to separate

n/s and o/s rear-rear seats folded not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Fail 12 Sep 2015 74,345 miles

Nearside Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear (4.1.D.1e)

Offside obligatory electric mirror lazy to adjust

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

Rear n/s and o/s tyres deteriorated and started to separate

n/s and o/s rear-rear seats folded not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 23 Sep 2014 69,623 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 69,623 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre wearing round outer edge

Fail 28 Aug 2013 64,099 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 64,099 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 49,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2012 49,695 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 37,101 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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AX08 JOV is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AX08 JOV, 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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AX08 JOV is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 9 August 2008.

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