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A18 WKP

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,579 mi
Last recorded77,579 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 WKP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 77,579 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 69,504 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 63,682 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 63,682 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 60,558 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 57,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 50,581 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,763 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 37,283 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 33,718 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 28,520 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 28,520 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 21,325 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,599 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 8,973 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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A18 WKP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A18 WKP, 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.

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What year was A18 WKP registered?

A18 WKP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is A18 WKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 WKP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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