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BV08 TLO

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,621 mi
Last recorded98,621 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 TLO
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 98,621 miles

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

front washers weak

Pass 6 Apr 2022 91,224 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 89,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 88,323 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 85,591 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 83,326 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 80,546 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 73,908 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 68,625 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 68,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 61,793 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 53,429 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 53,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 45,203 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 34,659 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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BV08 TLO is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BV08 TLO, 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 BV08 TLO registered?

BV08 TLO is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is BV08 TLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 TLO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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