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SY58 VKA

2008 Mazda 5

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,410 mi
Last recorded93,410 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 VKA
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 93,410 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 85,685 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Mar 2017 85,685 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Mar 2016 75,703 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 65,162 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 55,655 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 45,144 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 45,144 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 42,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Oct 2012 42,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 32,878 miles

exhaust mounts slightly corroded

join between centre and rear exhaust slightly corroded

multiple undershields fitted

unable to check rear seats in boot

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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SY58 VKA is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SY58 VKA, 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 SY58 VKA registered?

SY58 VKA is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is SY58 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 VKA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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