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VO08 WHT

2008 Mazda 5

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,926 mi
Last recorded129,926 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 WHT
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 129,926 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 129,926 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 106,269 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 95,091 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 88,185 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S/F (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 88,185 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working N/S/F (1.1.A.3b)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S/F (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 80,730 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 72,419 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 63,936 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 55,880 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 46,072 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 38,844 miles

Strong advise: nearside rear tyre bald edge and starting to seperate

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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VO08 WHT is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VO08 WHT, 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 VO08 WHT registered?

VO08 WHT is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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