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YS57 LFH

2008 Mazda 5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

120,427 mi
Last recorded120,427 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 574,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 LFH
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 120,427 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 120,276 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Central Front Hydraulic brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 114,056 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front suspension arm bushes worn

front tyres devoid of tread inner edge

nearside rear tyre perished and below 1.6mm edges

rear brake discs worn

Fail 8 Feb 2021 114,054 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front suspension arm bushes worn

front tyres devoid of tread inner edge

nearside rear tyre perished and below 1.6mm edges

rear brake discs worn

Pass 14 Feb 2020 108,277 miles

front suspension arm bushes worn

front tyres 2mm inner edge

offside headlamp dim

rear tyres perished and 2mm inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2019 102,382 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 102,305 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak small hole in pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 97,431 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 92,846 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 86,540 miles

slight perishing around edge of offside front suspension arm bush

Fail 30 Jan 2016 86,540 miles

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

slight perishing around edge of offside front suspension arm bush

Pass 6 Feb 2015 80,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,779 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

electrical wire hanging under car

Pass 1 Dec 2012 68,086 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 62,458 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 52,991 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 52,991 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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YS57 LFH is a 2008 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YS57 LFH, 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 YS57 LFH registered?

YS57 LFH is a 2008 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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