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FV08 GWP

2008 Mazda 5

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

98,858 mi
Last recorded98,858 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 GWP
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 98,858 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 98,160 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 98,160 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 97,076 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 94,119 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 86,804 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,512 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2021 84,495 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2020 82,575 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 80,782 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2018 76,791 miles

osr spring corroded

rear discs slightly corroded

rear trailing arm bushes slightly perished

rear tyres starting to show signs of wear on inner edges

tank heatshield missing and 2nd shield adrift

Fail 19 Jun 2018 76,791 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

osr spring corroded

rear discs slightly corroded

rear trailing arm bushes slightly perished

rear tyres starting to show signs of wear on inner edges

tank heatshield missing and 2nd shield adrift

Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,521 miles

both front lower arm bushes perished

both rear trailing arm bushes perished

osr spring corroded

play in osf lower arm ball joint but not excessive

Pass 6 Jul 2016 57,462 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

corrosion on both rear springs

osr arb knocking

Pass 13 Jul 2015 47,480 miles

osf wiper smearing

Pass 24 Jan 2015 42,348 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,727 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 16,968 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edges

Pass 2 Aug 2011 10,015 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 9,465 miles

unable to test rear (rear) seat belts

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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FV08 GWP is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FV08 GWP, 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 FV08 GWP registered?

FV08 GWP is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is FV08 GWP safe to buy?

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