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FG08 FWC

2008 Mazda 5

Maroon Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

172,991 mi
Last recorded172,991 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 FWC
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 172,991 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 172,991 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 160,457 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

body / sills x 2 corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2021 146,780 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various sections (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

side skirts fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2021 146,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 128,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 128,232 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 121,042 miles

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

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 6 Apr 2018 118,361 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 108,793 miles

Rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 25 Apr 2017 108,793 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Apr 2016 99,702 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 88,519 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 75,706 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front tyres perished

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 26 Apr 2013 60,166 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,429 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2012 52,427 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,542 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 43,542 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FG08 FWC is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Maroon with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FG08 FWC, 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 FG08 FWC registered?

FG08 FWC is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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