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BK08 UDG

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,318 mi
Last recorded61,318 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 UDG
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 61,318 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 54,482 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 49,139 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 44,070 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 42,426 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 41,946 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 41,298 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 41,164 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 39,682 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 39,682 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 37,405 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,963 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,733 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 32,240 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,727 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 27,872 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,287 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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BK08 UDG is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel 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 BK08 UDG, 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 BK08 UDG registered?

BK08 UDG is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is BK08 UDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 UDG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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