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A11 WLP

2008 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,228 mi
Last recorded57,228 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 WLP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 57,228 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2025 55,098 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2024 52,546 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed making inspection difficult

Pass 21 Feb 2023 48,614 miles

unable to properly inspect underside due to waxoil

Pass 2 Feb 2022 45,409 miles

underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal making inspection difficult

Pass 24 Feb 2021 43,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed making inspection difficult

Pass 25 Feb 2020 42,194 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 40,062 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 40,060 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 37,210 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 34,631 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 34,631 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 31,547 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 27,744 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 24,712 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 24,712 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 21,037 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 16,211 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 12,048 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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A11 WLP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A11 WLP, 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 A11 WLP registered?

A11 WLP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is A11 WLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 WLP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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