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YJ08 ABE

2008 Mazda 5

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,431 mi
Last recorded148,431 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 ABE
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2014 148,431 miles

engine light on dashboard

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 112,267 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)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 98,836 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 77,219 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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YJ08 ABE is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJ08 ABE, 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 YJ08 ABE registered?

YJ08 ABE is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is YJ08 ABE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 ABE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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