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YL08 BBF

2008 Mazda 5

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

130,611 mi
Last recorded130,611 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 BBF
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 130,611 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 130,611 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2022 127,521 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear all suspension components slightly corroded

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

both sides inner sills has surface rust

under body corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2021 125,518 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 121,196 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 119,652 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 112,795 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 108,585 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 18 Oct 2016 104,206 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row centre seat ()

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

Fail 17 Oct 2016 104,195 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row centre seat ()

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 100,051 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 95,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S front and N/S rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2014 95,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S front and N/S rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 86,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 77,645 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 65,549 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 65,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside 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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YL08 BBF is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YL08 BBF, 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 YL08 BBF registered?

YL08 BBF is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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