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EY08 MHJ

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

118,509 mi
Last recorded118,509 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 MHJ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 118,509 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 118,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge cut to cord 205/50/zr17 93w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 113,108 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Pass 10 May 2024 106,779 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 99,005 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 90,569 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both Sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 90,569 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both Sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 86,355 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 85,343 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens damaged

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

Fail 20 Apr 2020 85,343 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens damaged

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 82,977 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Apr 2019 82,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Apr 2018 79,276 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Apr 2017 74,110 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 67,604 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 67,604 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 62,645 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 62,645 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 58,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 53,810 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 47,740 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 47,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 42,258 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 40,803 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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EY08 MHJ is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 EY08 MHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EY08 MHJ registered?

EY08 MHJ is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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