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CF08 FVL

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

109,966 mi
Last recorded109,966 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 FVL
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 109,966 miles

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

headlights discoloured

slight blow centre exhaust

Pass 6 Jul 2020 91,416 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 91,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 82,944 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 82,944 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 75,827 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 65,915 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 57,596 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 57,596 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 47,759 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 47,759 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 39,130 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 37,050 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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CF08 FVL is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF08 FVL, 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 CF08 FVL registered?

CF08 FVL is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is CF08 FVL safe to buy?

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