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FT08 KUY

2008 Mazda 5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,355 mi
Last recorded48,355 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 KUY
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 48,355 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Fail 5 Jan 2016 48,355 miles

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

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Offside Rear tyre damaged on inner side wall + pressure low

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 8 Jan 2015 38,302 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 30,174 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 26,589 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 23,341 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,291 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 16,375 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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FT08 KUY is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FT08 KUY, 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 FT08 KUY registered?

FT08 KUY is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is FT08 KUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 KUY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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