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A28 RBR

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,148 mi
Last recorded61,148 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA28 RBR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 61,148 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 60,563 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 60,319 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 60,127 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 59,774 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 59,707 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 58,953 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 57,335 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 55,957 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 54,372 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 51,850 miles

n/s front and rear antiroll bar droplink rubber grease covers starting to deteriorate/split but legal at time of test suggest change

Pass 2 Jun 2014 48,288 miles

o/s rear antiroll bar droplink end showing some signs of wear and dryness suggest change

Fail 21 Jun 2013 44,421 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 44,421 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 41,101 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 41,101 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

offside front wiper blade torn from ends

Pass 26 Aug 2011 28,922 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 28,922 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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A28 RBR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A28 RBR, 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 A28 RBR registered?

A28 RBR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is A28 RBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A28 RBR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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