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FY58 BKU

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,014 mi
Last recorded53,014 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 BKU
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 53,014 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 50,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 49,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 45,986 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 42,680 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 40,003 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 36,719 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 36,719 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 35,559 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 35,559 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 34,827 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre punctured ()

Pass 18 Jul 2016 32,261 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,638 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread cracked & worn low on edegs

Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,006 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four tyres wearing and worn on edges and perishing

Pass 17 Jul 2013 17,083 miles

all four tyres perishing

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,026 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 11,026 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 9,493 miles

rear seat belts not checked

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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FY58 BKU is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY58 BKU, 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 FY58 BKU registered?

FY58 BKU is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is FY58 BKU safe to buy?

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