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NJ08 VCE

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,172 mi
Last recorded129,172 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 VCE
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 129,172 miles

Front Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2018 129,144 miles

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective second behind catalyst (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd and 3rd rows ()

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 122,304 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 122,110 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear shocks bouncy,o/s/f shock weeping

servo,floorpans,sills,suspension components/mounts/pipes,subframes corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2016 115,023 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Jun 2016 115,023 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jun 2015 104,317 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2014 83,392 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear seat belts not tested due to seats folded down

Fail 27 Jun 2014 83,392 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil level low

rear seat belts not tested due to seats folded down

Fail 27 Feb 2013 56,869 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 56,869 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 38,958 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s rear tyre cracks in treads.

o/s rear tyre wear inner edge.

rear o/s and n/s brake discs pitted.

Fail 22 Mar 2012 38,958 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s rear tyre cracks in treads.

o/s rear tyre wear inner edge.

rear o/s and n/s brake discs pitted.

Pass 8 Feb 2011 24,691 miles

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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NJ08 VCE is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NJ08 VCE, 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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NJ08 VCE is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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