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CE08 FGC

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,642 mi
Last recorded112,642 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 FGC
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 112,642 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 105,417 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 99,268 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 99,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 90,133 miles

back box corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2014 84,165 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 78,858 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 69,450 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 52,700 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 52,700 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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CE08 FGC is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE08 FGC, 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 CE08 FGC registered?

CE08 FGC is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 FGC safe to buy?

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