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SL08 TVD

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,742 mi
Last recorded102,742 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 TVD
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 102,742 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2020 102,740 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 96,845 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 9 Jul 2019 96,845 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 86,541 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 76,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 69,966 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 69,966 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2015 60,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 21 May 2014 53,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 44,851 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 40,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Feb 2011 31,693 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2011 31,693 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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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SL08 TVD is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL08 TVD, 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 SL08 TVD registered?

SL08 TVD is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 24 March 2008.

Is SL08 TVD safe to buy?

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