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SM08 JJX

2008 Mazda 5

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,387 mi
Last recorded105,387 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 JJX
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 105,387 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 104,279 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 102,118 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 98,002 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both heavy &rear brake disc (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 87,530 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bushes offside and nearside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 74,624 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 62,771 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 48,852 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2014 48,852 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 37,818 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 32,812 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2012 32,809 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 25,197 miles

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 JJX is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JJX, 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 SM08 JJX registered?

SM08 JJX is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 27 April 2008.

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