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FM08 FPP

2008 Mazda 5

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,523 mi
Last recorded161,523 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FPP
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 161,523 miles

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

front pads low

rear pads low

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2017 151,861 miles

play in front anti roll bar bushes

Fail 21 Jul 2017 151,861 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

play in front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 21 Jul 2016 144,074 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2016 144,074 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2015 135,401 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 123,349 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 106,211 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 97,808 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 79,181 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f/ tyre has various chips on side wall

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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FM08 FPP is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FM08 FPP, 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 FM08 FPP registered?

FM08 FPP is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is FM08 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 FPP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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