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PL57 GHU

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

118,059 mi
Last recorded118,059 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 GHU
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 118,059 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 114,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight corrosion to sills and suspension components

Pass 9 Dec 2020 111,460 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight corrosion to sills and suspension components

Pass 12 Dec 2019 109,154 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 109,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 102,540 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 96,820 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 87,367 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two fitted to rear ()

n/s/r disc pad getting low

surface corrosion to parts of underside

Fail 6 Dec 2016 87,348 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two fitted to rear ()

n/s/r disc pad getting low

surface corrosion to parts of underside

Pass 8 Dec 2015 81,596 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres low on inner edges

surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle

two child seats fitted to rear

Fail 18 Dec 2014 76,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 76,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jan 2014 66,516 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 60,519 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 53,755 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 53,755 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 41,221 miles

underbody and engine plastic covers fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2011 41,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

underbody and engine plastic covers fitted

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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PL57 GHU is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 PL57 GHU, 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 PL57 GHU registered?

PL57 GHU is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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