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PX08 VNL

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,464 mi
Last recorded87,464 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 VNL
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 87,464 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 87,401 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing middle row buckle (5.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 80,455 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 80,376 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s headlight on dipped beam not operating (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt r/h rear seat belt catch broken (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 74,193 miles

DPF Light is on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside front tyre has puncture

Oil level is high

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 67,531 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 67,531 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 60,769 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 57,009 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 52,907 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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PX08 VNL is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PX08 VNL, 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 PX08 VNL registered?

PX08 VNL is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is PX08 VNL safe to buy?

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