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SL08 XER

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,154 mi
Last recorded95,154 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 XER
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 95,154 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 95,154 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault traction control light (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on dash

Pass 29 Mar 2017 88,060 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop links both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front tyre slightly worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 88,022 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop links both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front tyre slightly worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 79,495 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (3.5.1i)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Front fuel pipes corroded

Offside Front Inner tyre tread worn on edge

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear wiper blade split

oil leak

Fail 21 Mar 2016 79,480 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (3.5.1i)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Front fuel pipes corroded

Offside Front Inner tyre tread worn on edge

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

Offside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear wiper blade split

oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2015 70,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 53,616 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 53,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 39,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,033 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 35,033 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,124 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 25,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 XER is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XER, 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 XER registered?

SL08 XER is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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