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VE08 WGP

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

167,377 mi
Last recorded167,377 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 WGP
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 167,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 155,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 136,934 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 125,820 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 116,142 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 116,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 107,539 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 99,846 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 92,750 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 85,596 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 72,943 miles

both front tyres 2mm and bald on inner edge

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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VE08 WGP is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VE08 WGP, 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 VE08 WGP registered?

VE08 WGP is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is VE08 WGP safe to buy?

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