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RE08 GKC

2008 Mazda 5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,141 mi
Last recorded86,141 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 GKC
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2021 86,141 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

General underbody corrosion.

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 14 Nov 2020 75,787 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sill covers fitted

Underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2019 71,439 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 63,131 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 57,541 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 52,924 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 49,013 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 42,067 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 37,069 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,221 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,617 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres out of shape

screen blades smear slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,852 miles

nearside rear tyre edges wearing

offside rear tyre inner edge wearing

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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RE08 GKC is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE08 GKC, 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 RE08 GKC registered?

RE08 GKC is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is RE08 GKC safe to buy?

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