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SM57 FCY

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,171 mi
Last recorded119,171 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 FCY
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2023 119,171 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 109,165 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 109,036 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 92,086 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 87,888 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 83,999 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 51,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly corroded.

Pass 25 Feb 2013 46,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2012 36,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jan 2011 25,264 miles

Nearside Rear 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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SM57 FCY is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM57 FCY, 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 SM57 FCY registered?

SM57 FCY is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is SM57 FCY safe to buy?

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