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FT57 FZD

2008 Mazda 5

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

254,236 mi
Last recorded254,236 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 FZD
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 254,236 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2018 254,220 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 248,813 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

windscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 16 Jan 2016 244,671 miles

both nearside and offside front tyres deteriorated slightly

covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

windscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 4 Feb 2015 218,969 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 218,795 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 187,783 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 152,680 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2012 111,480 miles

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

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

front registration plate broken

front tyres worn on inner edges

rear brake pads slightly low

Pass 10 Feb 2011 72,952 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 72,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nail in tyre o/s/r

o/s/f wiper blade split at ends

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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FT57 FZD 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 FT57 FZD, 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 FT57 FZD registered?

FT57 FZD is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is FT57 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT57 FZD 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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