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BJ08 AVG

2008 Mazda 5

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

85,239 mi
Last recorded85,239 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 AVG
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 85,239 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 85,239 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 81,160 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 78,789 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 73,309 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 73,307 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 65,204 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 65,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 56,295 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 56,295 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 43,658 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 43,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 34,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2015 34,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 28,295 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 28,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside front and offside rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 22 Mar 2013 22,696 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,665 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 15,165 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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BJ08 AVG is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 BJ08 AVG, 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 BJ08 AVG registered?

BJ08 AVG is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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