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BK08 ZWJ

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,551 mi
Last recorded85,551 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 85,551 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 75,892 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 75,892 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 67,116 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 59,127 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 59,127 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 58,690 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 54,164 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 49,395 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 45,361 miles

rear most seats stowed away, not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Pass 21 Mar 2014 42,176 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 38,001 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,963 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 26,510 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 ZWJ is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZWJ, 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 ZWJ registered?

BK08 ZWJ is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BK08 ZWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 ZWJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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