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WM08 TFX

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,972 mi
Last recorded132,972 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 TFX
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 132,972 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

underbody has age related corrosion

Pass 12 Apr 2023 130,149 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive nsr osr (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 121,885 miles

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

age related surface rust to underside

Pass 8 Apr 2021 112,646 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 106,522 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 101,129 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Mar 2019 101,119 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective dpf light flashing (8.2.2.1 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 93,627 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2017 88,902 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 88,901 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 79,065 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 69,208 miles

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

o/s/r/ tyre on 3mm

Pass 25 Jul 2014 58,749 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 58,749 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 49,208 miles

o/s wiper slightly split but not affecting drivers view

Fail 23 Jul 2013 49,055 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

o/s wiper slightly split but not affecting drivers view

Pass 12 Jul 2012 37,365 miles

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

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

front brake discs scored slightly on inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2011 28,846 miles

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

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

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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WM08 TFX is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WM08 TFX, 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 WM08 TFX registered?

WM08 TFX is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is WM08 TFX safe to buy?

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