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SM08 EYC

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,381 mi
Last recorded99,381 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 EYC
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 99,381 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 88,777 miles

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

engine covers fitted

offside front brake pipe slightly bent but not kinked

Pass 25 Aug 2015 82,364 miles

exhaust hangers excessively corroded

n/s/f tyre badly kerbed and has a chunck out

Pass 23 Jul 2014 75,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f tyre outer wall has a chunck out of it.

Fail 21 Jul 2014 75,226 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f tyre outer wall has a chunck out of it.

Pass 29 May 2013 64,545 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 49,598 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 49,598 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 32,815 miles

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

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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SM08 EYC is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM08 EYC, 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 SM08 EYC registered?

SM08 EYC is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is SM08 EYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 EYC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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