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SM08 JJY

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,480 mi
Last recorded74,480 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 JJY
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 74,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front and rear suspension and underside showing corrosion

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2022 74,480 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front and rear suspension and underside showing corrosion

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2020 69,737 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 64,789 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 60,236 miles

both rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 17 Dec 2016 55,042 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 49,606 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 41,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2013 34,562 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 27,845 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 24,838 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 20,187 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 20,187 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SM08 JJY is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol 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 JJY, 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 JJY registered?

SM08 JJY is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SM08 JJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 JJY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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