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FP57 YJL

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,111 mi
Last recorded114,111 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP57 YJL
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 114,111 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 105,938 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Fail 6 Sep 2018 105,937 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))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end locking pin (2.1.3 (d))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 26 Sep 2017 104,158 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 98,363 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 83,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Dec 2013 72,909 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 64,864 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 54,415 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 40,774 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 40,738 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FP57 YJL is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel 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 FP57 YJL, 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 FP57 YJL registered?

FP57 YJL is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 11 January 2008.

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