2008 Mazda 5 1.8L Petrol · EK58 AAE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 21 February 2026 at 114,338 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met testing standards without recorded defects in the passing results. While the history shows failures in both 2025 and 2026, the lack of recorded advisories on the passing certificates suggests either a high standard of mechanical upkeep or that the owner addresses identified issues immediately prior to the test appointment. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,352 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 5,340 miles, while it covered 7,411 miles in the subsequent year leading up to the February 2026 test. This indicates regular, moderate use rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing brake corrosion. The low annual mileage places the vehicle in a lower bracket for wear on drivetrain components. A buyer should focus on a physical inspection of the structural integrity, as Mazdas of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Despite the clean passing records, the recurring failures with no recorded defects in the last two years suggest minor non-mechanical issues such as blown bulbs, wipers, or minor fluid leaks that were rectified quickly on-site. Inspect the suspension bushes for perished rubber and check the brake discs for uneven wear to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying mechanical degradation or seized components.