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FT08 RRZ

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,513 mi
Last recorded142,513 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 RRZ
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 142,513 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 142,512 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 132,706 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 132,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 121,094 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 121,093 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 109,627 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 101,028 miles

Both brackets on rear exhaust silencer are broken.

Corrosion in various places & on various components.

Exhaust heat shield is loose.

Rear trailing arm bushes are deteriorating.

There is a chip in the front screen.

There is material hanging over the catalyst.

Fail 15 Dec 2020 101,028 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both - lenses discoloured. (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush in front suspension arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush in front suspension arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both brackets on rear exhaust silencer are broken.

Corrosion in various places & on various components.

Exhaust heat shield is loose.

Rear trailing arm bushes are deteriorating.

There is a chip in the front screen.

There is material hanging over the catalyst.

Pass 6 Jun 2019 85,172 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 84,163 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 79,682 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 75,645 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 73,709 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 71,604 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 69,572 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 67,803 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 66,442 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 60,503 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 18 Jul 2011 60,503 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake discs rusty

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 RRZ is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RRZ, 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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FT08 RRZ is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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