MAZDA 5 (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,648 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
3,648
Avg Mileage
112,542 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2008 MAZDA 5 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 16 years old, 67% of MAZDA 5s from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,648 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 112,542 miles.
How does the 2008 MAZDA 5 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 MAZDA 5 has 112,542 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a MAZDA 5?
The most reliable year is the 2015 model with a 78% MOT pass rate, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2008 sits between the two at 67%.
How much does a 2008 MAZDA 5 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MAZDA 5 by Year
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About the 2008 MAZDA 5
The 2008 MAZDA 5 is a family car with a 1999cc petrol engine. 3,648 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 90% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 112,542 miles at 16 years old, MAZDA 5 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 MAZDA 5 Fuel Costs
The 1999cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2008 MAZDA 5?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MAZDA 5 Reliability Trend
Newer MAZDA 5s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2008 MAZDA 5
At 16 years old, the MAZDA 5 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2015 model has the highest pass rate at 78%.
Alternatives to the 2008 MAZDA 5
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+7%) from 105,193 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (same) from 60,994 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 59,218 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 55,686 tests