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RF08 AXV

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,956 mi
Last recorded109,956 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 AXV
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 109,956 miles

Dpf warning light flashing

Exhaust heat shield loose

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 102,221 miles

dpf light flashing

exhaust heat shield insecure

front tyres worn inner edges

Fail 8 Nov 2024 102,193 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

dpf light flashing

exhaust heat shield insecure

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 23 Oct 2023 95,675 miles

dpf warning light flashing .

exhaust heat shield insecure .

Fail 17 Oct 2023 95,675 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

dpf warning light flashing .

exhaust heat shield insecure .

Pass 10 Jun 2022 82,993 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 82,993 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 75,720 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 75,062 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 67,524 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 67,524 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2018 61,487 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 61,487 miles

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2017 59,729 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 55,461 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 51,426 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 42,211 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 32,855 miles

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

some corrosion on rear brake discs

some cracking on sidewalls of rear tyres

Pass 30 May 2012 28,700 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some corrosion on inner faces of rear brake discs

Pass 11 Jun 2011 20,800 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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RF08 AXV is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RF08 AXV, 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 RF08 AXV registered?

RF08 AXV is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 14 June 2008.

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