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FD08 VRO

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

111,812 mi
Last recorded111,812 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 VRO
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 111,812 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 111,811 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 105,778 miles

Offside Rear advice off side rear shocker dust cover broken

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 105,778 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear advice off side rear shocker dust cover broken

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 98,980 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 90,317 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 83,583 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 76,239 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 65,791 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 51,633 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,778 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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FD08 VRO is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FD08 VRO, 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 FD08 VRO registered?

FD08 VRO is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FD08 VRO safe to buy?

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