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BT08 VTN

2008 Mazda 5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

124,076 mi
Last recorded124,076 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 VTN
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 124,076 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 118,073 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 11 Jul 2022 118,073 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 3 Aug 2021 115,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged at calliper attachment (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split and smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 115,280 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged at calliper attachment (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split and smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 112,356 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Jul 2020 112,355 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Apr 2019 104,795 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Apr 2019 104,795 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 99,493 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 99,493 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 89,922 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

surface corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 19 Apr 2016 78,681 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 58,387 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,646 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 43,423 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 36,425 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,190 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 29,822 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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BT08 VTN is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT08 VTN, 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 BT08 VTN registered?

BT08 VTN is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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