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GU58 GVG

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,332 mi
Last recorded95,332 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 GVG
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 95,332 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from pipe on reservoir (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Fail 20 Sep 2018 95,256 miles

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

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from pipe on reservoir (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Sep 2017 88,708 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres worn inner edges

Fail 12 Sep 2017 88,708 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust heatsheild loose

rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 20 Feb 2017 86,883 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 86,882 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 86,327 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)

exhaust support brackets corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2015 73,237 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both front rear bushes splitting (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear trailling arm bush slightly unbonding

both front wiper blades slightly smears the screen

Fail 15 Sep 2015 73,163 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front inner sidewalls in areas (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both front rear bushes splitting (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear trailling arm bush slightly unbonding

both front wiper blades slightly smears the screen

Pass 20 Sep 2014 63,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2014 63,938 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 57,150 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 50,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 38,331 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brakes showing slight imbalance

nearside front and rear wiper blades split at ends

slight sidewall damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall,no structal damage at time of test

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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GU58 GVG is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU58 GVG, 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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What year was GU58 GVG registered?

GU58 GVG is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is GU58 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 GVG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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