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AF08 OEK

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,025 mi
Last recorded52,025 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 OEK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 52,025 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 48,413 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 39,895 miles

Both rear tyres slight cracking

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 1 Dec 2016 39,639 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear tyres slight cracking

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2015 28,852 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 18,851 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 17,296 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,505 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 11,381 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 9,859 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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AF08 OEK is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF08 OEK, 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 AF08 OEK registered?

AF08 OEK is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 2008.

Is AF08 OEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 OEK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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