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SP58 VLC

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,239 mi
Last recorded81,239 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 VLC
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 81,239 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 81,239 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 76,045 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail section (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 76,045 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 66,079 miles

underside of vehicle corroded but not excessive

Pass 27 Sep 2016 57,958 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened drop link (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 57,882 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly no visible warning or audible warning (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front torn at edges but still clearing screen

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Sep 2015 49,306 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 40,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 40,117 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 31,511 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 31,511 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 24,685 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 24,684 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 18,497 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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SP58 VLC is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SP58 VLC, 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 SP58 VLC registered?

SP58 VLC is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is SP58 VLC safe to buy?

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