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SW08 JVD

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

78,895 mi
Last recorded78,895 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 JVD
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 78,895 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH Rears Very Rusted (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including All Attached Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under Body Rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 75,267 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 72,278 miles

steering and suspension all rusty

Pass 23 Nov 2022 69,539 miles

Under Carriage Very Rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2021 66,992 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 66,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 64,509 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 62,342 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 62,342 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 59,544 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 59,544 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 57,283 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 54,218 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 48,892 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,895 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 41,895 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 36,558 miles

slight play in offside rear antiroll bar link arm

Fail 29 Nov 2013 36,558 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

nearside front tyre has tear in side wall

offside front tyre worn close to legal limit

slight play in offside rear antiroll bar link arm

Fail 1 Dec 2012 30,349 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 30,349 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Oct 2011 23,087 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 23,087 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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SW08 JVD is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SW08 JVD, 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 SW08 JVD registered?

SW08 JVD is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is SW08 JVD safe to buy?

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