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WG57 WGY

2008 Mazda 5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,655 mi
Last recorded155,655 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 WGY
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 155,655 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 155,655 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 147,889 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 137,690 miles

rear suspension components corroded (not considered excessive)

Pass 8 Mar 2023 126,762 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 115,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 107,615 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 99,482 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is wearing on the outer tread

water leak

Pass 17 Jan 2019 88,855 miles

front discs and pads are worn

o/s and n/s front lower wishbone rear bushes are worn

rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 77,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces poor, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces poor, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces rusty, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Service brake has slightly long travel, but performs perfectly.

Fail 9 Jan 2018 77,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces poor, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces poor, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces rusty, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Service brake has slightly long travel, but performs perfectly.

Pass 10 Jan 2017 65,157 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer join. (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 54,971 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (205/55/16) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (205/55/16) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (205/55/16) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (205/55/16) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 45,284 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 33,114 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 33,114 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 26,057 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 20,487 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 14,585 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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WG57 WGY is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 WG57 WGY, 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 WG57 WGY registered?

WG57 WGY is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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