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1933 RU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,331 mi
Last recorded98,331 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1933 RU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 98,331 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 94,373 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 89,555 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 83,187 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 77,884 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 72,642 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 65,244 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 60,264 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 53,569 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,546 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,671 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,606 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)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 37,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 19 Apr 2011 31,473 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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1933 RU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 47,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1933 RU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1933 RU registered?

1933 RU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is 1933 RU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1933 RU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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